'Ida Red': 5 things you need to know about Paramount Movies' crime-drama

A criminal matriarch and a son asked for the biggest favor: a jailbreak. Tasked with a mission a son will do all in his power as authorities close in
A still from the 'Ida Red' trailer (Paramount Movies)
A still from the 'Ida Red' trailer (Paramount Movies)

Fans of thrillers and adrenaline-filled movies rejoice! 'Ida Red' is set to hit theatres and screens across the nation very soon. The Paramount movie is looking to be very exciting with the trailers showcasing risks, chases, and the race against time.

The drama thriller involves a crime boss and his son as he's asked to break her out of the high-security prison she's in. But it's not going to be easy as the FBI is hot on his tail. Audiences are already looking forward to the high-octane watch which seems to be very promising. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming action movie.

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When does 'Ida Red' release and where to watch it?

'Ida Red' will release on November 5, 2021. You can watch it in Select Theaters, On Digital & On-Demand on Paramount Movies.

What is 'Ida Red' about?

Crime boss Ida "Red" Walker turns to her son, Wyatt, to pull off one last heist to get out of prison. But with the FBI closing in, Wyatt must choose between family and freedom in this high-octane thriller. Ida Red will follow Wyatt as he deals with the hurdles he must face as he carries out his important mission. An intense chase with problems closing in from all directions will see the son of the crime boss do his best in this impossible quest.

Who stars in the movie?

Josh Hartnett as Wyatt Walker

Joshua Daniel Hartnett is an American actor and producer. At 19 after moving to Los Angeles, he caught an unexpected break, landing a part in the short-lived but acclaimed drama 'Cracker', on ABC. This stint opened up the door to many new opportunities. Hartnett then began to focus on feature film work and performed in small plays and on national television commercials before being cast in his first feature film, playing the son of Jamie Lee Curtis' character in Halloween 'H20: 20 Years Later' which performed well at the box office. He went on to develop a film career, and appeared in Hollywood films which include 'The Faculty', 'Black Hawk Down', 'Lucky Number Slevin' and 'Pearl Harbor'. Hartnett has also been chosen as one of Teen People magazine's '21 Hottest Stars Under 21' in 1999, Teen People's '25 Hottest Stars under 25', and one of People magazine's '50 Most Beautiful People. The actor is in a relationship with actress Tamsin Egerton since 2012, with whom he shares three children. 

Josh Hartnett in a still from 'Ida Red' (Paramount Movies)

The rest of the cast includes Melissa Leo as Ida "Red" Walker, Frank Grillo as Dallas Walker, Sofia Hublitz as Darla Walker, Deborah Ann Woll as Jeanie Walker, Mark Boone Junior as Benson Drummond, Slaine as Bodie Collier, William Forsythe as Lawrence Twilley, Beau Knapp as Jay, Nicholas Cirillo as Petey and John Swab as Jerry.

Showrunners

'Ida Red' is written and directed by John Swab and starring Melissa Leo, Frank Grillo and Josh Hartnett.

Trailer

Click below to see what 'Ida Red' has to offer.



 

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