Movie

The Alternate

“Kill the President, kill the hostages, escape. A great idea!”

★ 3.2(16)20001h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Sam Firstenberg
Release date: 2000-04-07
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: South Africa
Studio: Millennium Media

About The Alternate

The Alternate is a 2000 movie in the Action and Thriller genres, directed by Sam Firstenberg, starring Eric Roberts, Bryan Genesse and John Beck. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.2/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Alternate in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The President of the United States, in the midst of negative public opinion, is kidnapped while attending a charity function. However, this is all part of a plan to boost his ratings, the 'kidnappers' being a CIA black ops team. It seems like a great idea until the leader of the black ops decides he can make it away with the ransom money himself, but one of his team has other ideas.

Cast

Eric Roberts

The Replacement

Bryan Genesse

The Leader

John Beck

President Fallbrook

Michael Madsen

Agent Briggs

Ice-T

Agent Williams

Brooke Theiss

Mary

Larry Manetti

Agent Harris

Eliza Roberts

Chief of Staff Donaldson

J. Cynthia Brooks

Mrs. Fallbrook

Richard Steinmetz

Swat Leader

Heidi Jo Markel

Reporter

Sven-Ole Thorsen

Secret Service Agent

Themes & keywords

president

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Alternate in Mexico?+

The Alternate is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Alternate on Netflix?+

The Alternate is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Alternate?+

The Alternate has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Alternate?+

The Alternate stars Eric Roberts, Bryan Genesse, John Beck, Michael Madsen and Ice-T.

When did The Alternate come out?+

The Alternate is a 2000 movie directed by Sam Firstenberg.

What genre is The Alternate?+

The Alternate is Action and Thriller film.

Who directed The Alternate?+

The Alternate was directed by Sam Firstenberg.