Rod Lurie

Rod Lurie

Rod Lurie is an Israeli-American director, screenwriter and former film critic. Lurie’s first foray into filmmaking, as writer and director, was the low-budget political thriller Deterrence (1999), with Kevin Pollak as the first Jewish President of the United States.

The characters (in his films) of President Jackson Evans (The Contender), prison inmate Lt. Gen. Eugene Irwin (The Last Castle), FBI agent Paige Van Doren (Line of Fire), and vice presidential nominee Gen. (ret.) Warren Keaton (Commander in Chief) are all fictional graduates of the “Long Gray Line”.

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Rod Lurie Movies

Discover the best movies directed by Rod Lurie. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Rod Lurie films ranked by score.

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The Outpost

The Outpost (2020)

Action Drama History
Surrounded by mountains on three sides, Combat Outpost Keating was a tactician's nightmare and a sniper's paradise. In October 2009, Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV found itself pinned inside that valley...
Score 6.9
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The Contender

The Contender (2000)

Drama Thriller
When the sitting Vice President dies, the oval office sees an opening for something historic: nominating Senator Laine Hanson as the first woman to hold the second-highest office in the...
Score 6.7

Rod Lurie TV Shows

Browse the ultimate list of TV shows directed or produced by Rod Lurie. Find top-rated television series and episodic projects from Rod Lurie.

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Commander in Chief

Commander in Chief (2005)

Drama
When the sitting president dies in office, Vice President Mackenzie Allen faces a choice that will define her legacy before it even begins. Her own party wants her gone, the...
Score 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies directed by Rod Lurie? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Rod Lurie are The Outpost, The Contender, and Commander in Chief.
How many movies and TV shows has Rod Lurie directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles directed by Rod Lurie, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by Rod Lurie worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography directed by Rod Lurie maintains a strong average user rating of 7.1 out of 10 across all tracked titles.