The Instigators 2024
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98%
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SplatRory and Cobby are unlikely partners thrown together for a heist. But when it goes awry, they team up with an unusual accomplice — Rory's therapist — to outrun police, backward bureaucrats, and a vengeful crime boss.
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All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Rory
as Cobby
as Frank Toomey
as Scalvo
as Mr. Besegai
as Richie Dechico
as Charlie Haggerty
as Dr. Donna Rivera
as Mrs. Haggerty
as Terry
Director:
Writer:
Chuck MacLean, Casey Affleck
Stars:
Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, Ving Rhames, Jack Harlow, Michael Stuhlbarg, Alfred Molina, Owen Earls, Hong Chau, Natalie Carter, Walter Liebman,
Genres:
Crime,Comedy
Release Date:
2024 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
102 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Instigators
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Rory
as Cobby
as Frank Toomey
as Scalvo
as Mr. Besegai
as Richie Dechico
as Charlie Haggerty
as Dr. Donna Rivera
as Mrs. Haggerty
as Terry
as Mr. Kelly
as Mayor Miccelli
as Rob Gronkowski
as Attorney Alan Flynn
as Dave Wedge
as Mark Choi
as Waiter #1 at Wharf
as Waiter #2 at Wharf
as City Hall Employee
as Police Commissioner
as Cabinet Member
as Bouncer
as John Wayne
as Booch
as Colani
as Sergeant at Rivera's Office
as Massachusetts Trooper #1
as Massachusetts Trooper #2
as Boston Police Officer
as Vermont Cop
as Quincy Cop
as Fire Monitor
as Hero Fireman
as Bartender
as Tactical Cop
as Sniper in Tower
as Police on the Roof
as Senior Tactical Cop
as Senior Cop at Plaza
as Cop at Barricade
as Cop That Says Hey
as Officer at Airport
as Police Transfer Officer
as New Police Commissioner
as Photographer
as Rory's Son
as Border Patrol Mountie #1
as Border Patrol Mountie #2
as Pollster
as Self (uncredited)
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