It’s raining Gollums! Attack the Block is written and directed by Joe Cornish. It stars Jodie Whittaker, John Boyega, Alex Esmail, Jumayn Hunter, Luke Treadaway and Nick Frost. Music is by Basement Jaxx and Steven Price and cinematography by Tom Townend. When a South London tower block comes under attack from aliens, a young gang of lads and the nurse they just mugged have to band together to fight back. In…
Inner City vs. Outer Space
A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.
Top Cast
John Boyega
Moses
Jodie Whittaker
Sam
Nick Frost
Ron
Alex Esmail
Pest
Luke Treadaway
Brewis
Selom Awadzi
Tonks
Franz Drameh
Dennis
Simon Howard
Biggz
Jumayn Hunter
Hi-Hatz
Leeon Jones
Jerome
Sammy Williams
Probs
Michael Ajao
Mayhem
Paige Meade
Dimples
Danielle Vitalis
Tia
Gina Antwi
Dionne
Natasha Jonas
Gloria
Reviews
An alien invasion hits the "hood" in London reeking havoc with the local gangs. Excellent performances by all invoived including a breakout role for John Boyega (or Star Wars fame).
Usually, if it's got a Treadaway in it, it is going to be fun. This one is. It starts with poor nurse "Sam" (Jodie Whittaker) getting mugged by "Moses" (John Boyega) and his gang on a South London housing estate. It's Guy Fawkes night so with fireworks and racket everywhere, nobody notices her plight. Just as they are about to move on, some debris crashes into a nearby car and "Moses" goes to see what he can find.…
FAQ about Attack the Block
What is Attack the Block about?
A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.
When was Attack the Block released?
Attack the Block was released in 2011.
What genres does Attack the Block belong to?
Attack the Block is categorised as Action, Comedy, Science Fiction.
Who stars in Attack the Block?
The cast of Attack the Block includes John Boyega, Jodie Whittaker, Nick Frost, Alex Esmail, Luke Treadaway.