Plot — What is The Rock about?

When vengeful General Francis X. Hummel seizes control of Alcatraz Island and threatens to launch missiles loaded with deadly chemical weapons into San Francisco, only a young FBI chemical weapons expert and notorious Federal prisoner have the skills to penetrate the impregnable island fortress and take him down.

Top Cast & Director

Directed by: Michael Bay

Sean ConneryNicolas CageEd HarrisJohn SpencerDavid MorseWilliam ForsytheMichael BiehnVanessa MarcilJohn C. McGinleyGregory Sporleder

▶ The Rock — Official Trailer

Streaming Availability

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Quick Facts

TypeMovie
Released1996
GenreAction, Adventure, Thriller
LanguageEnglish
Runtime137 min
Audience Score72% (7.2/10, 5,402 votes)

The Rock — FAQ

Is The Rock worth watching? The Rock holds a 7.2/10 rating from 5,402 viewers. When vengeful General Francis X. Hummel seizes control of Alcatraz Island and threatens to launch missiles loaded with deadly chemical weapons into San Francisco, only a young FBI chemical weapons expert and notorious Fe

Who directed The Rock? Directed by Michael Bay.

Who is in the cast of The Rock? It stars Sean Connery, Nicolas Cage, Ed Harris, John Spencer, David Morse, William Forsythe and more.

Where can I stream The Rock? You can stream The Rock on Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by region.

When did The Rock release? It released in 1996.

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