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National Treasure

- In order to break the code, one man will have to break all the rules.

Modern treasure hunters, led by archaeologist Ben Gates, search for a chest of riches rumored to have been stashed away by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin during the Revolutionary War. The chest's whereabouts may lie in secret clues embedded in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and Gates is in a race to find the gold before his enemies do.

Release Date : 2004-11-19

Language :LatinEnglishSpanish

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : Walt Disney PicturesJerry Bruckheimer FilmsSaturn FilmsJunction Entertainment

Production Country : United States of America

Alternative Titles : National Treasure 1El tesoro perdido 1

Cast

Character Name : Benjamin Franklin Gates

Original Name : Nicolas Cage

Gender : Male

Character Name : Abigail Chase

Original Name : Diane Kruger

Gender : Female

Character Name : Riley Poole

Original Name : Justin Bartha

Gender : Male

Character Name : Ian Howe

Original Name : Sean Bean

Gender : Male

Character Name : Patrick Gates

Original Name : Jon Voight

Gender : Male

Character Name : Peter Sadusky

Original Name : Harvey Keitel

Gender : Male

Character Name : John Adams Gates

Original Name : Christopher Plummer

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shaw

Original Name : David Dayan Fisher

Gender : Male

Character Name : Powell

Original Name : Stewart Finlay-McLennan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shippen

Original Name : Oleg Taktarov

Gender : Male

Character Name : Phil

Original Name : Stephen A. Pope

Gender : Male

Character Name : Agent Dawes

Original Name : Annie Parisse

Gender : Female

Character Name : Agent Johnson

Original Name : Mark Pellegrino

Gender : Male

Character Name : Agent Hendricks

Original Name : Armando Riesco

Gender : Male

Character Name : Agent Colfax

Original Name : Erik King

Gender : Male

Character Name : Stan Herbert

Original Name : Don McManus

Gender : Male

Character Name : Guard Woodruff

Original Name : Ron Canada

Gender : Male

Character Name : Young Ben Gates

Original Name : Hunter Gomez

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rebecca

Original Name : Deborah Yates

Gender : Female

Character Name : Abigail's Secretary

Original Name : Arabella Field

Gender : Female

Character Name : Butcher Lady

Original Name : Sharon Wilkins

Gender : Female

Character Name : Clothing Store Clerk

Original Name : Alexandra Balahoutis

Gender : Female

Character Name : Gift Store Clerk

Original Name : Dior Raye

Gender : Female

Character Name : Museum Kid

Original Name : Yves Beneche

Gender : Male

Character Name : Thomas Gates

Original Name : Jason Earles

Gender : Male

Character Name : Charles Carroll

Original Name : Terrence Currier

Gender : Male

Character Name : Independence Hall Guide

Original Name : Rod McLachlan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Liberty Bell Guide

Original Name : Elizabeth Greenberg

Gender : Female

Character Name : Franklin Institute Guard

Original Name : Jody Halse

Gender : Male

Character Name : Franklin Institute Security

Original Name : Liam Noble

Gender : Male

Character Name : Technician

Original Name : Joshua Bitton

Gender : Male

Character Name : Popcorn Vendor

Original Name : Michael Russo

Gender : Male

Character Name : Gala Guard

Original Name : Fern D. Baguidy Jr.

Gender : Male

Character Name : Janitor

Original Name : Thomas Q. Morris

Gender : Male

Character Name : Guard Ferguson

Original Name : Antony Alda

Gender : Male

Character Name : Guard Mike

Original Name : John Travis

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shopper at Market (uncredited)

Original Name : Adriana Alveario

Gender : Male

Character Name : FBI Agent (uncredited)

Original Name : Frank Anello

Gender : Male

Reviews

Gimly

@Ruuz

2021-06-23

Maybe the real National Treasure was this movie we watched along the way. Okay so I didn't **love** _National Treasure_, but it 100% is what it's supposed to be. I never watched it as a kid, this was literally the first time I've ever seen more than about 5 minutes of it, so I don't have the nostalgia thing that a lot of people do, but I do think I'll watch it again. And, even though I didn't much like the sequel, I think I'd still definitely try out a 3rd _National Treasure_ if it ever got made. _Final rating:★★½ - Had a lot that appealed to me, didn’t quite work as a whole._

JPV852

@JPV852

2021-06-23

Seen this one many times over the years and still a lot of fun. Solid adventure-comedy with Nicolas Cage in his element with this sort of material. Diane Krueger's performance was a bit iffy at times but she had some okay scenes and never can go wrong with Sean Bean playing the villain, though the character is made out to be smart when all he does is some online searches and stealing from others. **3.75/5**

Wuchak

@Wuchak

2022-02-01

_**Modern "Raiders of the Lost Ark" in America**_ If you can imagine a "Raiders of the Lost Ark"-type story taking place in modern America, you'd have a fairly good idea of what "National Treasure" is like. Nicolas Cage plays the Indiana Jones-type treasure hunter, Benjamin Franklin Gates, accompanied by his partner (Justin Bartha) and romantic interest (Diane Kruger), the latter a historical document scholar who gets dragged into the wild proceedings. THE PLOT: Gates feels he has no choice but to audaciously steal the Declaration of Independence to save it from his nemesis (Sean Bean). The document has an invisible clue on its flip side, which supposedly leads to a vast, coveted 'national treasure.' Can Gates successfully swipe the document, elude the Feds, and ultimately find the ancient fortune before his murderous, greedy rival? And can he simultaneously "get the babe" as well? "National Treasure" put a big grin on my face throughout its entire runtime. Like 1981's "Raiders of the Lost Ark," you're not supposed to dwell too deeply on the events because, if you do, the implausibilities will start to mount up. Nevertheless, even though this was made to be a fun, eminently entertaining ride, it still somehow stimulates ruminations and interest in American history. Not a bad byproduct, no? A handful of miscellaneous items: * Diane Kruger, who played 'the face that launched a thousand ships' in 2004's "Troy," is sharp and all-around pleasant on the eyes. * The score is modern with thrilling orchestrations intermingled with HEAVY progressive guitar riffs. It was composed by, believe it or not, Yes' guitarist/songwriter Trevor Rabin. Like "Conan the Barbarian," "Last of the Mohicans" and "Where Eagles Dare," this is a soundtrack worth owning; it's that superlative. * The protagonists are all likable; heck, even the head Fed, played by Harvey Keitel, is likable. * The chases are thrilling. * The film was shot on location in Washington D.C., Philadelphia and New York City. * Jon Voight plays Gate's father. * Like "Raiders" this is a family-friendly experience -- upbeat with no needless cussing, sex or gore. The movie leaves you with a good feeling. CLOSING THOUGHT: Despite the fact that Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper gave it 'thumbs down' -- Roeper even calling it 'Howling, howling BAD' -- "National Treasure" was a huge hit with audiences in 2004. This shows that critics like Roeper see WAY too many movies. They can't even lighten-up enough to enjoy a fun, thrilling, historically-stimulating popcorn flick. Implausible? Yes (at times, anyway). Bad? No. Make no mistake, "National Treasure" is an entertaining quasi-believable adventure film. It's got the mojo. The movie runs 2 hours, 11 minutes. GRADE: B+/A-

The Movie Mob

@mooney240

2022-09-17

**National Treasure catches the Indiana Jones lightning in a bottle with its clue-chasing treasure hunt, entertaining cast, and grand adventure.** National Treasure successfully captures the fun adventure and quality of Indiana Jones while building an exciting universe to explore in future films and shows. Nicolas Cage is at his best teaming with producer Jerry Bruckheimer once again. The duo's collaboration gave us The Rock, Con Air, and Gone in Sixty Seconds, with National Treasure outdoing them all at the box office! This fast-paced family-friendly adventure film travels the globe hunting for clues and uncovering new mysteries. The witty dialogue and funny moments keep the movie lighthearted, contrasting the dangers and peril the characters constantly face. National Treasure is a nostalgic and entertaining film with Nicolas Cage at his best, a fantastic supporting cast, and an exciting globe-trotting treasure hunt that the whole family can enjoy.

Rob

@Arcanum101

2023-05-14

Nicolas Cage trying his damndest to be as un-Indian Jones as possible and succeeding. A good old-fashioned treasure hunt adventure you won't be able to help but enjoy. Cage is thoroughly enjoyable in this pacy romp. The unheroic hero is the best kind of hero, in my humble opinion.