Take (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2008, Take is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Charles Oliver, running about 98 minutes. “It takes a moment to steal a lifetime.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The lives of two strangers - a struggling mother and a gambling addict - meet in tragedy. Years pass, and they must come to terms with themselves, and one another.

Who’s in it. Take stars Minnie Driver as Ana, Jeremy Renner as Saul, Emily Harrison as Wendy and Rocky Marquette as Mark, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Take has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Take page.

If you liked it. Fans of Take tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Take (2008)?
In US, Take is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Take worth watching?
Take holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Take?
Take stars Minnie Driver, Jeremy Renner, Emily Harrison, Rocky Marquette and Paul Schackman.
When was Take released?
Take was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.