Why it may be worth watching
- The Ref combines Comedy and Crime elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Denis Leary, Judy Davis, Kevin Spacey.
- Viewers currently rate it 6.6/10 from 390 votes.
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The Ref
They might be his hostages but what they're doing to this guy is criminal.
A cat burglar is forced to take a bickering, dysfunctional family hostage on Christmas Eve.
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Cast
Denis LearyGus
Judy DavisCaroline Chasseur
Kevin SpaceyLloyd Chasseur
Robert J. Steinmiller Jr.Jesse Chasseur
Glynis JohnsRose Chasseur
Raymond J. BarryLt. Huff
Richard BrightMurray
Christine BaranskiConnie Chasseur
Bill RaymondGeorge
Ellie RaabMary
Adam LeFevreGary Chasseur
Phillip NicollJohn
Jim TurnerPhil
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Best suited to viewers looking for Comedy, Crime, Drama.
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A regional age classification is not currently listed. Metadata signals include violence or peril. Ratings vary by country; use this as a quick screening note rather than a complete parental guide.
Themes and topics
robberypoliceparent child relationshipburglarholidayhostageliberation of hostageblackmail
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