Elite Squad(2007)
“On the streets of Rio only the elite survive”
Overview
In 1997, before the visit of the pope to Rio de Janeiro, Captain Nascimento from BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion) is assigned to eliminate the risks of the drug dealers in a dangerous slum nearby where the pope intends to be lodged.
Director
José Padilha
Studio
Universal Pictures do Brasil
Budget
$4M
Revenue
$15M
Cast
Wagner Moura
as Capitão Nascimento
André Ramiro
as André Matias
Caio Junqueira
as Neto
Milhem Cortaz
as Capitão Fabio
Fernanda Machado
as Maria
Maria Ribeiro
as Rosane
Paulo Vilela
as Edu
Fernanda de Freitas
as Roberta
André Di Mauro
as Pedro Rodrigues
Fábio Lago
as Baiano
Erick Oliveira
as Marcinho
Patrick Santos
as Tinho
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2007
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
Portuguese
Rating
8.1 / 10
Budget
$4M
Box Office
$15M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures do Brasil • The Weinstein Company • Zazen Produções
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Elite Squad?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Elite Squad (2007).
What is Elite Squad about?▼
In 1997, before the visit of the pope to Rio de Janeiro, Captain Nascimento from BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion) is assigned to eliminate the risks of the drug dealers in a dangerous slum nearby where the pope intends to be lodged.
Who directed Elite Squad?▼
Elite Squad was directed by José Padilha and released in 2007. It is a drama, action, crime film.
How long is Elite Squad?▼
Elite Squad has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
Who stars in Elite Squad?▼
The cast of Elite Squad includes Wagner Moura as Capitão Nascimento, André Ramiro as André Matias, Caio Junqueira as Neto, Milhem Cortaz as Capitão Fabio, Fernanda Machado as Maria and more.
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