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TMDB19951h 33mAction / Thriller / Mystery / TV Movie

The Set Up

TMDB movie listing

Charlie Thorpe, a security systems expert, gets caught during a robbery. When he is released from jail he is hired by a bank owner to design a fool proof system during the refurbishing of a bank. But shortly after it's finished he is blackmailed into cracking the security.

TMDB audience score

Based on 23 votes

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United States listings ยท Refreshed 17 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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The Set Up at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length ยท 1h 33m

At 1h 33m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action ยท Thriller ยท Mystery ยท TV Movie

TMDB files it under action, thriller, mystery, and tv movie.

US availability

No US listings

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TMDB audience score

4.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 4.3 out of 10 across 23 votes, a low audience score. That is a small sample, so the score can still move a lot.

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  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 33m.

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Questions about The Set Up

Is The Set Up scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Set Up for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, thriller, and mystery film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Set Up in the US?
No streaming data for the United States yet: JustWatch lists no subscription, free, rental, or purchase option for The Set Up in the US.
How long is The Set Up?
The Set Up runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Is The Set Up suitable for kids?
The Set Up is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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