The Cold Light of Day
2012, English. Directed by Mabrouk El Mechri.
Instinct is his greatest weapon.
After his family is kidnapped during their sailing trip in Spain, a young Wall Street trader is confronted by the people responsible: intelligence agents looking to recover a mysterious briefcase.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 August 2012
- Country
- Spain, United States of America
- Written by
- Scott Wiper, John Petro
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $17M
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The Cold Light of Day: quick answers
Is The Cold Light of Day worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 1,022 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cold Light of Day?
The Cold Light of Day runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Cold Light of Day have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cold Light of Day. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cold Light of Day parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cold Light of Day is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cold Light of Day on?
The Cold Light of Day isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cold Light of Day?
If you liked The Cold Light of Day, try Stowaway, The Black Book, The Commuter.
Who directed The Cold Light of Day?
The Cold Light of Day (2012) was directed by Mabrouk El Mechri and stars Henry Cavill, Bruce Willis, Sigourney Weaver.