Plot Summary
The President’s daughter is kidnapped while visiting a war zone. In response, the CIA assembles an elite rescue team composed of hardened female inmates, all offered full pardons if they succeed. The mission: infiltrate a high-security former Soviet prison (nicknamed “The Citadel”) and bring her home. But betrayal is waiting in the wings, turning the operation deadly within.WikipediaFamousFix.comNetflix
Star-Studded Cast
- Kristanna Loken as Kat Morgan, an ex-Marine scout sniper
- Brigitte Nielsen as Ulrika, the ruthless warlord
- Vivica A. Fox as Raven, a former CIA operative
- Zoë Bell as Cassandra Clay, ex-Delta Force soldier
- Cynthia Rothrock as CIA Agent Mona Kendall—who builds the rescue squadWikipediaFamousFix.com
Production Highlights
- Director: Christopher Ray
- Writer: Edward DeRuiter
- Runtime: ~90 minutesWikipediaApple TV
- Produced by The Asylum, known for its fast-paced, B-movie action thrillersWikipedia
Reception & Audience Response
- IMDb rating: ~3.7/10IMDb
- Reviews often criticize the production quality and dialogue: “Like watching splattered paint balls dry.”
“Borderline ridiculous… absence of acting Oscar nominations is not exactly a scandal.”Plex.tvJustWatch+1FamousFix.com - However, some fans enjoy the over-the-top, action-packed style: Reddit: “A team of elite female commandos is assembled to infiltrate a women’s prison for a daring rescue.”Reddit
Where to Watch
- YouTube (Full Movie):
Mercenaries | Full Action Adventure Movie is available via Movie Central with over 5 million views.YouTube - Streaming & Rentals:
- Netflix lists it as an action & adventure title.Netflix
- FuboTV (incl. subscription options), Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, Hoopla, Plex, Tubi, Fawesome — many offer it free with ads.JustWatch+1Apple TV
- Rent or Buy: Available on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Spectrum On Demand, etc., starting around $0.99–$5.99.JustWatch+1
Quick Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Rescue Mission |
| Plot Hook | Female commando squad infiltrates prison to rescue kidnapped dignitary |
| Runtime | ~90 minutes |
| Director | Christopher Ray |
| Prominent Cast | Kristanna Loken, Vivica A. Fox, Zoë Bell, Brigitte Nielsen, Cynthia Rothrock |
| Reception | Low critical praise, potential cult-B entertainment |
| How to Watch | Free on YouTube, streaming/rental on multiple platforms |
Verdict
If you’re in the mood for fast-paced, no-frills action featuring a badass female squad, Mercenaries delivers on that front—even if the script and visuals are rough around the edges. Perfect for fans of B-movie thrills and “so-bad-it’s-good” charm.