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A History of Violence

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A History of Violence is a 2005 action thriller film directed by David Cronenberg and written by Josh Olson. It is an adaptation of the 1997 graphic novel of the same title by John Wagner and Vince Locke. The film stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, and William Hurt. In the film, a diner owner becomes a local hero after he foils an attempted robbery, but has to face his past enemies to protect his family.

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2005 · 1h 36m · Drama · Thriller · Crime

TMDB 7.2/10 (3,814 votes)

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

Directed by David Cronenberg

Box office $61M worldwide

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Cast & crew

David CronenbergDirector

Viggo Mortensenas Tom Stall / Joey Cusack

Maria Belloas Edie Stall

Ed Harrisas Carl Fogarty

William Hurtas Richie Cusack

Ashton Holmesas Jack Stall

Peter MacNeillas Sheriff Sam Carney

Stephen McHattieas Leland

Greg Brykas Billy

Kyle Schmidas Bobby

Sumela Kayas Judy Danvers

Gerry Quigleyas Mick

Deborah Drakefordas Charlotte HHeidi Hayesas Sarah Stall

Aidan Devineas Charlie Roarke

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Not who you're looking for? Others named A History of Violence: 1997 graphic novel · album by Jedi Mind Tricks

A History of Violence is a 2005 action thriller film directed by David Cronenberg and written by Josh Olson. It is an adaptation of the 1997 graphic novel of the same title by John Wagner and Vince Locke. The film stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, and William Hurt. In the film, a diner owner becomes a local hero after he foils an attempted robbery, but has to face his past enemies to protect his family.

Read the full article →