Safe House
A dangerous CIA renegade resurfaces after a decade on the run. When the safe house he's remanded to is attacked by mercenaries, a rookie operative escapes with him. Now, the unlikely allies must stay alive long enough to uncover who wants them dead.
Release Year
2012
Runtime
115 min
Audience Score
6.5
Genres
Action, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A dangerous CIA renegade resurfaces after a decade on the run. When the safe house he's remanded to is attacked by mercenaries, a rookie operative escapes with him. Now, the unlikely allies must stay alive long enough to uncover who wants them dead.
Why This Page Helps
Safe House is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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