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The Covenant

  • 2023
  • R
  • 2h 3m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
190K
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POPULARITY
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Jake Gyllenhaal and Dar Salim in The Covenant (2023)
Follows Sergeant John, who on his last tour of duty in Afghanistan is teamed with local interpreter Ahmed, who risks his own life to carry an injured John across miles of grueling terrain to safety.
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During the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.During the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.During the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.

  • Director
    • Guy Ritchie
  • Writers
    • Guy Ritchie
    • Ivan Atkinson
    • Marn Davies
  • Stars
    • Jake Gyllenhaal
    • Dar Salim
    • Sean Sagar
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
    190K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    422
    105
    • Director
      • Guy Ritchie
    • Writers
      • Guy Ritchie
      • Ivan Atkinson
      • Marn Davies
    • Stars
      • Jake Gyllenhaal
      • Dar Salim
      • Sean Sagar
    • 605User reviews
    • 106Critic reviews
    • 63Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations total

    Videos11

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    Trailer 2:43
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    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant
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    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant
    "Only Way Out"
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    "Only Way Out"
    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: Only Way Out
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    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: Only Way Out
    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: An Intervention
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    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: An Intervention
    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: John Meets Ahmed
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    Guy Ritchie's The Covenant: John Meets Ahmed

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    Jake Gyllenhaal
    Jake Gyllenhaal
    • Master Sergeant John Kinley
    Dar Salim
    Dar Salim
    • Ahmed
    Sean Sagar
    • Charlie 'Jizzy' Crow
    Jason Wong
    Jason Wong
    • Joshua 'JJ' Jung
    Rhys Yates
    Rhys Yates
    • Tom 'Tom Cat' Hancock
    Christian Ochoa Lavernia
    Christian Ochoa Lavernia
    • Eduardo 'Chow Chow' Lopez
    • (as Christian Ochoa)
    Bobby Schofield
    Bobby Schofield
    • Steve Kersher
    Emily Beecham
    Emily Beecham
    • Caroline Kinley
    Jonny Lee Miller
    Jonny Lee Miller
    • Colonel Vokes
    Alexander Ludwig
    Alexander Ludwig
    • Sergeant Declan O'Brady
    Reza Diako
    Reza Diako
    • Haadee
    James Nelson-Joyce
    James Nelson-Joyce
    • Jack 'Jack Jack' Jackson
    • (as James Nelson Joyce)
    Gary Anthony Stennette
    Gary Anthony Stennette
    • Desk Sergeant
    • (as Gary Stennette)
    Saboor Sahak
    • Afghan Man
    Antony Starr
    Antony Starr
    • Eddie Parker
    Abbas Fasaei
    • Pooya
    Hadi Khanjanpour
    Hadi Khanjanpour
    • Edris
    Ash Goldeh
    Ash Goldeh
    • Faraj
    • Director
      • Guy Ritchie
    • Writers
      • Guy Ritchie
      • Ivan Atkinson
      • Marn Davies
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews605

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    8GalAlba

    This Is A Good Film

    Good story, well cast, acted & directed; I was gripped.

    It's just good old fashioned film making. A great story. Clearly defined characters. The film is accessible & entertaining, leading you through a gamut of emotions.

    I would argue it's Guy Ritchie's most accomplished film making to date. It's made in a very proficient & masterful way. It reminds me of Eastwood film making at its best.

    As for the leads. Both men do an excellent job. You like them. You want them to succeed.

    It's basically a very good film that's accessible which people will enjoy. Watch it. Sit back with some popcorn and enjoy.
    9julieshotmail

    Finally an action movie about the opposite of revenge

    You cannot go wrong with Jake Gyllenhaal. He should have won an Oscar by now as he is every bit as intense and talented as Leonardo DiCaprio. "The Covenant" starts out as what seems to be a garden-variety war movie, but with interesting off kilter shots and soundtrack, compliments of Guy Ritchie. Then it takes you to its main act, which capably veers away from action scenes to emphasize something human, honorable, and heartfelt. A surprising twist from a brutal, violent movie is that instead of the usual revenge theme, this is about "paying your debts" and doing something that redeems one's integrity. The journey to get there is quite intense, and Gyllenhaal finds himself an equally dramatic match with Dar Salim portraying Ahmed. His deep eyes say so much even when he is not saying anything.
    9gillespiesan

    Hits hard and lingers on...

    I no idea how strongly Guy Ritchie genuinely feels about the grave wrongs that the US and UK military have done to interpreters in both Afghanistan and Iraq in recent conflicts but, if The Covenent is anything to go by, he's pretty pissed. And rightly so. The promises made to these individuals in an effort to get them to behave against the best interests of both them and their families needed to be honoured. In this story and in many real life cases, they weren't. That is shameful.

    Jake Gyllenhaal is his usual reliable self, turning in a performance dripping in both commitment and duty. He's a good man and he's gonna do the right thing, no matter how far that necessitates he goes. Dar Salim - a new name to me - is an utter revelation as Ahmed, the bitter but pragmatic interpreter who puts his life on the line countless times to...yes, do the right thing.

    The impact that war and each other have on these men's lives is at the very heart of this story. Though not based on any real incident to the best of my knowledge, this movie is testament to many real life situations that I have no doubt still keep men awake at night. It's an important movie and almost certainly a career high for all involved.
    9jackreinbott

    Absolutely phenomenal...

    That's all I really got to say about this movie... the first act in itself was amazing, but added together with the second and third, this movie was absolutely gripping. I rarely find myself verbally willing the characters on in movies, but this one had me muttering 'cmon, CMON!!!' every single time the action ramped up. I love Jake in just about everything he does, and although this was no exception, it was the interpreters performance that took me by surprise. Balancing calmness and urgency, Dar Salim absolutely took me by surprise. I cannot recommend this one more than I already have so I leave you with one last phrase... SEE THE MOVIE!
    8The_Right-Brained_Reviewer

    A fresh take on loyalty and camaraderie within the wartime genre

    Guy Ritchie's "The Covenant" proves to be a compelling choice for viewers, boasting a well-crafted narrative that resonates. At its core, the film weaves a heartwarming tale of camaraderie between a dedicated US soldier, portrayed with finesse by Jake Gyllenhaal, and an Afghan Interpreter, brought to life by the talented Dar Salim. The loyalty that Gyllenhaal's character exhibits toward the interpreter is endearing and genuinely portrayed.

    In this standout performance, Gyllenhaal delivers one of his career-best portrayals, breathing life into his character with remarkable depth and realism. Dar Salim's casting as an Iraqi-born actor signals progress in addressing Hollywood's historical challenges with accurate ethnic casting.

    What sets "The Covenant" apart is its ability to convey a sense of authenticity and believability while creating a fresh take within the wartime genre. Despite being a work of fiction, the film masterfully depicts the harsh realities of the war in Afghanistan, engulfing viewers in an emotionally charged and convincing tale.

    While this movie is a bit of a slow burn, "The Covenant" remains a must-see for those in search of an authentic, engaging, and entertaining viewing experience.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      After the negligent discharge of a firearm that resulted in the tragic death of one woman on the set of Rust (2024) in 2021, Guy Ritchie strictly enforced that there would be absolutely no real guns on the set of this film. All firearms shown throughout the film are air-soft guns (BB guns) or rubber.
    • Goofs
      During the video chat with his wife, John Kinley's webcam cover is on.
    • Quotes

      Sergeant John Kinley: You are out of your bounds, Ahmed. You are here to translate.

      Ahmed: Actually, I'm here to interpret.

    • Crazy credits
      As the end credits roll, photographs of real-life soldiers with Afghan interpreters are shown.
    • Soundtracks
      A Horse with No Name
      Written by Dewey Bunnell

      Performed by America

      Courtesy of Warner Records

      By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing

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    • Release date
      • April 21, 2023 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Spain
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Film Sözlük
    • Languages
      • English
      • Dari
    • Also known as
      • El pacto
    • Filming locations
      • Alicante, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain
    • Production companies
      • STX Films
      • Toff Guy Films
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $55,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $16,938,039
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $6,380,188
      • Apr 23, 2023
    • Gross worldwide
      • $21,948,551
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 3 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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