The Next Three Days

  His wife convicted of a murder she swears she did not commit, a college professor plots to break her out of prison in this thriller starring Russell Crowe and Liam Neeson. John Brennan (Crowe) and his wife, Lara (Elizabeth Banks), were happily married and raising a family when their lives fell apart in the blink of an eye. Lara has been charged with murder, and despite every effort to prove her innocence, the judge sentences her to an extended prison sentence. Meanwhile, on the outside, John files multiple appeals while struggling to raise their children and maintain his career. Lara's future starts to look especially grim, however, after the final appeal is rejected, and she admits that she'd rather commit suicide than spend the rest of her life behind bars. Determined to save his wife after the justice system fails her, John seeks the advice of ex-convict Damon Pennington (Liam Neeson), who staged his own daring prison escape, in order to draw up an airtight plan. Later, John prepares to put his life on the line for the woman he loves, and sets the plan into motion with the knowledge that one false move could be their last. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Read More

Starring: Russell Crowe, Elizabeth Banks, (more)Director(s): Paul HaggisTheatrical MPAA Rating: PG13Format(s): DVD  |  Blu-ray  | Digital SD
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His wife convicted of a murder she swears she did not commit, a college professor plots to break her out of prison in this thriller starring Russell Crowe and Liam Neeson. John Brennan (Crowe) and his wife, Lara (Elizabeth Banks), were happily married and raising a family when their lives fell apart in the blink of an eye. Lara has been charged with murder, and despite every effort to prove her innocence, the judge sentences her to an extended prison sentence. Meanwhile, on the outside, John files multiple appeals while struggling to raise their children and maintain his career. Lara's future starts to look especially grim, however, after the final appeal is rejected, and she admits that she'd rather commit suicide than spend the rest of her life behind bars. Determined to save his wife after the justice system fails her, John seeks the advice of ex-convict Damon Pennington (Liam Neeson), who staged his own daring prison escape, in order to draw up an airtight plan. Later, John prepares to put his life on the line for the woman he loves, and sets the plan into motion with the knowledge that one false move could be their last. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time: 133 mins
Director(s):Paul HaggisWriter(s):Paul HaggisProducer(s):Paul Haggis, Marc Missonnier, Olivier DelboscTheatrical MPAA Rating: PG13(Violence, Drug Content, Adult Language, Sexual Situations, Profanity, Adult Situations)Categories:Mystery & Suspense, DramaLooking for special editions of The Next Three Days?See All VersionsSubtitles:Check All VersionsClosed Captioning:Check All Versions Monthly Subscription  NEW! 7 - Day Rental Rent movies and games by mail without a monthly subscription and pay only for the movies and games you want. Blockbuster By Mail Subscribers can use it to get even more rentals each month. You'll have 7 days to watch, then return in the prepaid mailer. No subscription required. Usually ships in 24 hours.
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46 out of  53  people found this review helpful

This is a great suspense thriller that really takes off over the last half hour. RC is excellent as usual and EB does a fine job too. Well worth seeing at the theater.

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32 out of  39  people found this review helpful

Great thriller, the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is once you know the ending the suspense (which is half the movie) is gone. It will keep you on the edge of your seat. The first half is sort of slow but it gives you a good build up and then The second half of the movie is where it really takes off. I definitely recommend it.

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49 out of  68  people found this review helpful

Russell Crowe's wife is accused of murder. He contemplates getting her out for the first half of the movie, Getting the cash he needs for a getaway, the second half culminates of him escaping with his wife and child. The first half of the movie was slow and tedious; it does pick and up and satisfactorily ends. However, there were problems with the film. For example, the police appear brilliant and with great resources at their disposal. Its quite unrealistic but does add to the tension. I give it three stars for FINALLY turning out solid, but there are some struggles. Good luck. PS Liam Neeson only has a small cameo.

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