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The Essentials (2013)

Movie 83 min

Jim is a burnt out ex-spy, down on his luck at the end of an illustrious career. After he goes rogue and screws up yet again, his former Agency must bail him out, vowing that this favor will be his last. But in a refusal to accept old age and a forced retirement, Jim takes on a hot young protege to help him crack one last case: an international drug-smuggling ring... in Canada.

Brendan Nagle Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 2013
Runtime
83 min
IMDb
tt2181166
Language
Studio
Bearcat Productions

Cast

Jim Toepper Jim Chris Barbis Aaron Pierce Jeff Moon Richard Knight Anton Zane Duke Meredith Powell Margaret Powell Kayleen Wilkinson Julie John Sindoni Maurice John-Pat Nagle Chuck Brendan Nagle Brendan Nagle The Squirrel Paul Nagle Marcus T.M. Dugan President Connor Chuck Valente Tough Bodyguard Jeff Miller Crazy Bodyguard Ron Dufort Bill Steve Chatterton Police Capitan Jared Rene Escort Officer Michael Boehm Desk Officer John Nicholson News Anchor

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Essentials about?
Jim is a burnt out ex-spy, down on his luck at the end of an illustrious career. After he goes rogue and screws up yet again, his former Agency must bail him out, vowing that this favor will be his last. But in a refusal to accept old age and a forced retirement, Jim takes on a hot young protege to help him crack one last case: an international drug-smuggling ring... in Canada.
Who directed The Essentials?
The Essentials was directed by Brendan Nagle.
Who stars in The Essentials?
The Essentials stars Jim Toepper, Chris Barbis, Jeff Moon, Anton Zane.
When was The Essentials released?
The Essentials is a 2013 film.
Where can I watch The Essentials?
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