White House Down 2013
"It will start like any other day."
In Roland Emmerich's high-octane thriller *White House Down (2013)*, Channing Tatum stars as John Cale, a determined Capitol policeman whose dream of protecting the president shatters when he's denied a Secret Service role.
Director: Roland Emmerich
Cast
Channing Tatum
Cale
Jamie Foxx
President Sawyer
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Finnerty
Jason Clarke
Stenz
Richard Jenkins
Raphelson
Joey King
Emily
James Woods
Walker
Nicolas Wright
Donnie the Guide
Jimmi Simpson
Tyler
Michael Murphy
Vice President Hammond
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White House Down (2013) about?
*White House Down* follows John Cale, a Capitol policeman whose hopes of joining the Secret Service are dashed. When he brings his daughter on a White House tour, the building is seized by armed terrorists, forcing him into a desperate battle to protect the president and his child amid a national crisis.
Who directed White House Down?
Director Roland Emmerich is behind *White House Down*, known for his blockbuster disaster films like *Independence Day* and *The Day After Tomorrow*.
Who stars in White House Down?
The movie features Channing Tatum as John Cale, Jamie Foxx as President James Sawyer, Maggie Gyllenhaal as a Secret Service agent, and Jason Clarke in a key supporting role.
Is White House Down (2013) worth watching?
With its mix of explosive action and political intrigue, *White House Down* is a solid pick for fans of Roland Emmerich's signature style. While it leans on familiar hostage-rescue tropes, the chemistry between the cast and the relentless pacing make it an engaging, if not entirely original, thriller.
How long is White House Down?
The runtime for *White House Down* is 131 minutes.
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About White House Down (2013) — A High-Stakes Hostage Thriller Set Inside the White House
In Roland Emmerich's high-octane thriller *White House Down (2013)*, Channing Tatum stars as John Cale, a determined Capitol policeman whose dream of protecting the president shatters when he's denied a Secret Service role. To soften the blow for his young daughter, he treats her to a rare White House tour—only for a devastating paramilitary assault to plunge the nation's most secure building into violent chaos. Thrust into a desperate fight for survival, Cale must outmaneuver heavily armed terrorists while racing against time to rescue both the president (Jamie Foxx) and his trapped child. The film blends relentless action with tense political drama, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and the fragile nature of leadership under siege.
With its breakneck pacing and explosive set pieces, *White House Down* delivers the signature spectacle Emmerich is known for, turning the iconic corridors of power into a battleground. The cast delivers standout performances, grounding the chaos in emotional stakes, while gripping sequences keep viewers on the edge of their seats. It's a pulse-pounding spectacle where every second counts, and loyalty is tested against impossible odds.
