Patriots Day
In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the Boston Marathon bombers before they strike again.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
133 min
Audience Score
7.1
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama, History
Story Snapshot
In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the Boston Marathon bombers before they strike again.
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Patriots Day is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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