The Grey (2012)

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Following a grueling five-week shift at an Alaskan oil refinery, workers led by sharpshooter John Ottway are flying home for a much-needed vacation. But a brutal storm causes their plane to crash in the frozen wilderness, and only eight men, including Ottway, survive. As they trek southward toward civilization and safety, Ottway and his companions must battle mortal injuries, the icy elements, and a pack of hungry wolves.

Director: Joe Carnahan
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 117 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Marc Streitenfeld
Cinematography: Masanobu Takayanagi
Editing: Jason Hellmann, Roger Barton
Production: Open Road Films, Scott Free Productions, 1984 Private Defense Contractors, Inferno Distribution, Chambara Pictures, LD Entertainment
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $25M
Box Office: $80M
Original Language: en

Themes

Deep Regret Over Past Deeds, Nostalgic Memories and the Past

Keywords

wolf, flashback, alaska, airplane crash, struggle for survival, based on short story, campfire, male camaraderie, oil rig , aftercreditsstinger, wolf pack, american wilderness, aggressive, grieving man, outdoors

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Grey about?
Following a grueling five-week shift at an Alaskan oil refinery, workers led by sharpshooter John Ottway are flying home for a much-needed vacation. But a brutal storm causes their plane to crash in the frozen wilderness, and only eight men, including Ottway, survive. As they trek southward toward civilization and safety, Ottway and his companions must battle mortal injuries, the icy elements, and a pack of hungry wolves.
Who directed The Grey?
The Grey was directed by Joe Carnahan.
Who stars in The Grey?
The Grey stars Liam Neeson, Dermot Mulroney, Frank Grillo, Dallas Roberts, Nonso Anozie, James Badge Dale.
How long is The Grey?
The Grey has a runtime of 1h 57m (117 minutes).
What genre is The Grey?
The Grey is a Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller film.
What is the budget of The Grey?
The Grey had a budget of $25M.
How much did The Grey gross?
The Grey grossed $80M worldwide.
Where was The Grey produced?
The Grey was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
What are the themes of The Grey?
The themes of The Grey include: Deep Regret Over Past Deeds, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.