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Alarum

Alarum is a 2025 American action crime thriller film directed by Michael Polish.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Alarum is a 2025 American action crime thriller film directed by Michael Polish. It stars Scott Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, Willa Fitzgerald, Mike Colter, Ísis Valverde, and Joel Cohen, and follows two former spies whose getaway is disrupted after they become targets in an international intelligence conflict. The film was released in the United States on January 17, 2025, in select theaters and on video on demand.

Plot

The film follows Joe and Lara, two former intelligence operatives who are living off the grid. Their retreat is interrupted when they witness a plane crash and retrieve a flash drive that makes them targets of multiple intelligence agencies and mercenaries.

Cast

The principal cast includes Scott Eastwood as Joe, Willa Fitzgerald as Lara, Sylvester Stallone as Chester, and Mike Colter as Orlin. Ísis Valverde and Joel Cohen also appear in supporting roles.

Release

Alarum was released in the United States on January 17, 2025, in select theaters and on video on demand. Promotional materials and distributor listings identify Lionsgate as the U.S. distributor.

Reception

Published reviews described the film as an action thriller built around spy-craft and gunfights, with some critics characterizing it as familiar genre material. Reviewers also noted its 95-minute runtime and R rating.

Key facts

  • Alarum was released in the United States in select theaters and on video on demand on January 17, 2025.
  • The film was directed by Michael Polish.
  • Its story centres on former spies Joe and Lara, who are drawn back into danger after a plane crash and a stolen flash drive.
  • Sylvester Stallone plays Chester, a government operative sent after Joe.
  • The film is distributed in the U.S. by Lionsgate.
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Canadian context

Alarum is a U.S. film with international distribution, so it may be of interest to Canadian viewers through theatrical booking, digital platforms, and home viewing availability in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is Alarum?
Alarum is a 2025 American action crime thriller film directed by Michael Polish.
Who stars in Alarum?
The film stars Scott Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, Willa Fitzgerald, Mike Colter, Ísis Valverde, and Joel Cohen.
When was Alarum released?
It was released in the United States on January 17, 2025.
What is Alarum about?
It follows two former spies whose getaway is disrupted after they become involved with a stolen flash drive and are pursued by intelligence agencies and mercenaries.
How long is Alarum?
The film runs for 95 minutes.
What is the film's rating?
Alarum is rated R for strong violence and language.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alarum_(film)
    Supports: Basic identification of the film, director, cast, genre, and U.S. release date.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/alarum
    Supports: Director, rating, genre, original language, release date, and runtime.
  3. Highland Film Group — https://highlandfilmgroup.com/movies/alarum
    Supports: Synopsis, genre, director, and cast.
  4. Variety — https://variety.com/2025/film/reviews/alarum-review-sylvester-stallone-1236274538/
    Supports: Plot context, release timing, and distributor information.
  5. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/alarum-movie-review-2025
    Supports: Story details and character names.