FEATURE FILM

Timeline

5.7/10
TMDB1,225 votes
Original: 115 min

A group of archaeological students become trapped in the past when they go there to retrieve their professor. The group must survive in 14th century France long enough to be rescued.

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THE STORY & THE PEOPLE

About Timeline

They had to travel into the past to save the future

Timeline (2003) is a film in the action, adventure, science fiction genres. Directed by . The cast includes Paul Walker, Frances O'Connor, Gerard Butler, Billy Connolly.

Released
Original language
Runtime
115 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Production companies
Paramount Pictures, Mutual Film Company, The Donners' Company, Cobalt Media Group, Artists Production Group
Writers
Jeff Maguire, George Nolfi

Timeline cast & characters

Audience reviews

5.7/10 from 1,225 TMDB votes. Ratings and reviews are supplied by TMDB. Reviews are attributed to their original authors.

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TMDB member review

Timeline turned out to be way more enjoyable than I expected. It doesn’t dig too deep into the whole time travel logic, which might leave sci-fi fans a little underwhelmed, but it leans into the historical adventure side of things in a way that works. The pacing keeps things moving without getting bogged down, and while the directing doesn’t bring anything groundbreaking, it keeps the story tight and the action easy…

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Timeline turned out to be way more enjoyable than I expected. It doesn’t dig too deep into the whole time travel logic, which might leave sci-fi fans a little underwhelmed, but it leans into the historical adventure side of things in a way that works. The pacing keeps things moving without getting bogged down, and while the directing doesn’t bring anything groundbreaking, it keeps the story tight and the action easy to follow. The cinematography isn’t particularly standout, but there are some cool wide shots and atmospheric moments that help set the tone. The acting is solid all around. Paul Walker has that likable, grounded vibe, and Gerard Butler brings some intensity to the screen. The cast actually makes the movie better than it probably would’ve been otherwise. The script plays it pretty safe and falls into some familiar patterns, but it still manages to be fun. As for the score, it fits the vibe without being too memorable. Overall, Timeline isn’t the smartest or deepest movie, but it’s a good time if you’re in the mood for a fast-paced historical adventure with a sci-fi twist.

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What is Timeline about?

A group of archaeological students become trapped in the past when they go there to retrieve their professor. The group must survive in 14th century France long enough to be rescued.

Who stars in Timeline?

Paul Walker, Frances O'Connor, Gerard Butler, Billy Connolly, David Thewlis, Anna Friel. See the cast cards above for character names.

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