Empire State
2013, English. Directed by Dito Montiel.
Based on a true story.
After failing to get into the police academy, Chris Potamitis settles for a security guard job with an armoured truck company. After he makes the mistake of mentioning the company's lax security to his best friend, He's unwittingly drawn into an elaborate scheme to rob the abundant amounts of cash being stored on their premises—resulting in the largest cash heist in U.S.history.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Empire State is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 September 2013
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Adam Mazer
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $3.6M
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What Empire State is based on
Empire State is based on a true story.
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Empire State: quick answers
Is Empire State worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 759 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Empire State?
Empire State runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Empire State have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Empire State. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Empire State parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Empire State is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Empire State on?
Empire State is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Empire State?
If you liked Empire State, try Heat, The Getaway, Payback.
Who directed Empire State?
Empire State (2013) was directed by Dito Montiel and stars Liam Hemsworth, Dwayne Johnson, Emma Roberts.
What is Empire State based on?
Empire State is based on a true story.