Alex Rider - Operation Stormbreaker (Widescreen Edition) |  | Director: Geoffrey Sax
Actors: Alex Pettyfer, Mickey Rourke, Sophie Okonedo, Sarah Bolger, Robbie Coltrane
Studio: Weinstein Company
Category: DVD
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Rating:  47 reviews
Sales Rank: 11907
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 93 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.6
MPN: 79709
UPC: 796019797092
EAN: 0796019797092
ASIN: B000JBWWPQ
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: May 22, 2007
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Product Description
Based on the New York Times bestsellers by Anthony Horowitz ALEX RIDER: OPERATION STORMBREAKER brings the young adult adventure series to the big screen. Like an adolescent James Bond Alex Rider (Alex Pettyfer) has been trained since birth for a career as a spy. The only problem is he doesn't know it. It's not until his beloved uncle Ian Rider (Ewan McGregor) dies that Alex learns of his intended purpose in life. At just 14 Alex is not sure he can do all that is required of a super spy but without much choice he is taken under the wing of Britain's secret intelligence service. Calling itself M16 the Special Operations Division sends Alex on a mission which could save or cost millions their lives. As Alex embarks on his greatest challenge yet he learns all is not what it seems with the lines blurring between his obvious enemies and those who are supposedly on his side. But equipped with super spy training Alex is prepared to deal with whatever comes his way whether it's in the form of deadly computer technology or in Stormbreaker creator Darrius Sayle (Mickey Rourke).Packed with charming performances by actors including Ewan McGregor Stephen Fry Mickey Rourke Bill Nighy and Alicia Silverstone ALEX RIDER delivers something for kids and adults alike. Containing just enough sinister elements the playful film brings the book series to life with nonstop action a clever storyline and teenage-oriented spy tools like a powerful acid in the form of zit cream.System Requirements:Running Time: 93 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: PG UPC: 796019797092 Manufacturer No: 79709
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A James Bond-style action-adventure film for the tween and teen set based on Anthony Horowitz's book "Stormbreaker," Alex Rider--Operation Stormbreaker is a fast-paced action film shot in and around London that's bursting with suspense, intrigue, high-tech gadgetry, martial arts moves, and intense chase scenes featuring everything from cars and motorbikes to helicopters, quad bikes, bicycles, and horses. Alex Rider (Alex Pettyfer) thinks he's just an ordinary 14-year old kid, but when the uncle that raised him (Ewan McGregor) dies, he soon discovers that his uncle led a secret life as an intelligence agent and that he was secretly grooming Alex for a similar future with special intelligence division MI6. Motivated by revenge against his uncle's killers, Alex takes up where his uncle left off in the investigation of computer mogul Darrius Sayle (Mickey Rourke), delving into his seemingly philanthropic plan to supply a whole new breed of laptops to school children throughout the United Kingdom. Alex's undercover investigation quickly reveals Sayle's true motive and, without any real support or protection from his MI6 supervisors Alan Blunt (Bill Nighy) or Mrs. Jones (Sophie Okonedo) or his quirky housekeeper Jack Starbright (Alicia Silverstone), Alex must somehow prevail against the dangerous Mr. Sayle to safeguard the lives of thousands of innocent people. Comparable to Spy Kids and a step above Agent Cody Banks, Alex Rider--Operation Stormbreaker is an intense, believable film that will captivate viewers ages 10 and older. Bonus features include featurettes focusing on making the book into a film with author and screenwriter Anthony Horowitz, the extensive stunt work performed, the logistics involved in shooting a horse chase through Hyde Park and Piccadilly, visual effects by Baseblack, casting Alex, and the choreography of martial arts master Donnie Yen. --Tami Horiuchi
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 That Is, It's OK If You Like Blond Teen British Boys March 6, 2010
Rev. E. Antonio Hernandez
Yes, the "tags" say it all, this film is about a sweet-looking though potentially lethal British teen-turned-spy. The storyline, aside from his clever recruitment and neat cameos by Ewan MacGregor and Stephen Fry, is unworthy to be divulged...
...but DO NOT miss the chance to see Bill Nighy flex his comedy muscles as a Nazi-looking agency director. A fun, made-mostly-for-tweens spy film, with some suprisingly good acting and a terrific martial arts sequence.
By the way, Mickey Rourke almost made a comeback with this film. Shame that he, like his character Darius Snell, got "pooped" on by a British schoolboy. That's OK, because HE got to do "The Wrestler", and where the hell is Alex now?!
 "Operation Stormbreaker" a hit with my kids. February 21, 2010
Ashley Rogers (Virginia)
Bought this movie as a Christmas gift for my sons. They are into the Alex Rider books. I highly recommend the books -- even my reluctant reader has no trouble being motivated to read this series. The movie was quite good and we watch it in the car on trips often.
Good movie December 24, 2009
Debra T. Marizan
The movie was good my son who is 12 enjoyed it. It was nice to find it we could not find it anywere else. Considering how popular the Alex Rider series is it is a must have if you have a boy who loves the books. Although the story is a little different in the movie so you might sit through it with them pointing out the discrepancies.
Fun for preteens and adults! December 20, 2009
Mom of Two (Los Angeles, CA)
Fun for preteens and adults! Wish there was a sequel based on the next book... My son read them all. A great series.
 If you enjoyed the book, then DON'T get the movie. October 21, 2009
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Not a very good movie. My 2 kids (9 and 10) and I loved the book so we decided to get the DVD. What a mistake. The boy just could not watch it and left the room. The little girl forced herself to watch the entire thing and at the end said "That was terrible." My sentiments exactly.
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