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The Duel

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Upon discovering that his best friend, Colin (Dylan Sprouse), has been having an affair with his girlfriend, Woody (Callan Mcauliffe) decides that no modern form of revenge could possibly satisfy him. Instead, Woody challenges his closest companion to a classic contest of honor -- a gentleman's duel to the death. When two of their friends join the act, the once inseparable group of men inch closer to the day of destiny and test the bonds of their relationship until the moment of no return.
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Peter Debruge Variety 08/01/2024
The edgy comedy looks sharp enough, but lands like a rapier with a cork on it. Go to Full Review Michael Cook KLRT-TV 09/02/2024
7/10
It has an interesting premise, but falls apart in the 2nd act. The 3rd act does redeem it somewhat. Go to Full Review Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies 08/22/2024
2.5/5
If you plow down deep enough you’ll find what resembles a thematic core. But it’s buried under banter and antics that only seem there to get an R rating. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews 08/15/2024
C
A macho fantasy film that seemed effete to me. Go to Full Review Jeff Mitchell Phoenix Film Festival 08/07/2024
3/4
This modern-day dramedy, about an old-school idea, successfully balances humor and anxiety. Go to Full Review Sean Boelman FandomWire 08/01/2024
7/10
The Duel leaves a bit to be desired in terms of its characters, mainly because its absurdist tendencies go overboard, but its satire is compelling enough to warrant a watch. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ken S @RT10121006 08/01/2024 Great movie, the directors kelp you thinking and wondering how the movie was going to end. See more Annie F 08/01/2024 This was really special. Sprouse is all grown up, and it's good to see he's picking cool projects. It was almost perfect for me, just a little slow in the middle. See more Noah T @RT34347116 08/01/2024 This movie 100% surpassed my expectations. Great writing and performances. Excited to see what cast + filmmakers do next See more Issasquaw movie fan 08/01/2024 A very clever film that kept you not knowing for sure how it would end until the very end. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Feb 13 Starring Dylan Sprouse, The Duel is an uneven film that never finds its rhythm. What could have been a sharp satire or clever modern Western instead collapses under a weak screenplay and repetitive conflict. The constant back-and-forth banter feels forced, and the central rivalry lacks meaningful stakes, making the duel concept feel unnecessary rather than compelling. Sprouse gives a committed performance, but the surrounding cast struggles to create believable chemistry. The direction feels inconsistent, with tonal shifts that prevent the story from fully landing as comedy or drama. Ultimately, the film feels underdeveloped and disconnected, making it difficult to recommend or find much emotional investment in its outcome. Even moments meant to feel explosive land flat, leaving the entire experience oddly lifeless and forgettable. See more Rob M @RT45374486 Mar 23 An amazing and surprising film that, had it featured A-List actors, would've broke records at the box office. See more Read all reviews
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Justin Matthews

Director

Luke Spencer Roberts

Director

Dylan Sprouse

Colin

Callan McAuliffe

Woody

Patrick Warburton

Christof

Denny Love

Sam

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Movie Info

Synopsis Upon discovering that his best friend, Colin (Dylan Sprouse), has been having an affair with his girlfriend, Woody (Callan Mcauliffe) decides that no modern form of revenge could possibly satisfy him. Instead, Woody challenges his closest companion to a classic contest of honor -- a gentleman's duel to the death. When two of their friends join the act, the once inseparable group of men inch closer to the day of destiny and test the bonds of their relationship until the moment of no return.
Director
Justin Matthews, Luke Spencer Roberts
Producer
Zachary Spicer, Gordon Strain, Joe Matthews, Justin Matthews
Screenwriter
Justin Matthews, Luke Spencer Roberts
Distributor
Iconic Events
Production Co
Pigasus Pictures
Rating
R
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 31, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 16, 2024
Runtime
1h 39m
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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