National Treasure

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National Treasure

PG

2004

2h 10m

Adventure

Action

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Historian and code-breaker Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) has been searching his whole life for a rumored treasure dating back to the creation of the United States. Joining an expedition led by fellow treasure hunter Ian Howe (Sean Bean), Gates finds an ice-locked Colonial ship in the Arctic Circle that contains a clue linking the treasure to the Declaration of Independence. But when Howe betrays him, Gates has to race to get to the document ahead of his so-called colleague.

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Critics Consensus

National Treasure is no treasure, but it's a fun ride for those who can forgive its highly improbable plot.

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Matthew Rozsa

Salon.com

07/04/2019

3/4

It is a definitely guilty pleasure, and 90 percent of the reason why can be summed up in two words: Nicolas Cage.

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Namrata Joshi

Outlook

01/08/2019

2/4

There might be too many inaccuracies in the plot, the mix of the past and the present is naive and at times downright silly but makes for fun viewing if you don't put your thinking caps on. The film has enough to keep you involved.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

12/26/2010

2/5

Historical adventure is a fun romp for tweens and up.

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

02/06/2025

6/10

It’s never as good as the properties it apes (some of which are copied copiously and brazenly; it struggles with a unique identity), but it’s still routinely funny and entertaining.

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Jason Delgado

Film Threat

07/04/2022

7/10

Fire up the grill and enjoy a little Cage madness mashed together with some over-the-top Jerry Bruckheimer action!

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Micheal Compton

Bowling Green Daily News

11/18/2019

D

Directed by Jon Turteltaub, National Treasure is nothing but a series of silly stunts and chases that just rush by.

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Leslie K.

@Wilbur380 Apr 23

I truly enjoyed this movie. History class woven into a great enjoyable ride. It’s a repeat movie.

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Jaisibi S

@RT14436527 Apr 11

National Treasure is a fun and engaging adventure film that works well because of its fast pace and historical treasure-hunt concept. The story is simple and sometimes predictable, but it keeps you interested throughout.The performances are strong, especially by Nicolas Cage, along with Diane Kruger, Justin Bartha, Sean Bean, and Jon Voight.The background music by Trevor Rabin stands out, with tracks like Spirit of Paris and Cibola enhancing key scenes. The scenes involving the theft of the Declaration of Independence and the final treasure discovery are particularly memorable, especially for someone interested in history.The movie ends on a feel-good note, making it a satisfying watch. Overall, National Treasure is a simple but entertaining adventure film with great music and engaging moments.

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Jorge R

@jlrtechno Feb 28

This is a lot like if Mission impossible and Indiana Jones we’re mashed together into one. Super entertaining movie

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Whitney F.

@Whyit Feb 9

Decent movie. It was nice to have in the background although it felt a bit nonsensical at times.

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Jennifer L

@Jenergizer Jan 6

The critic review(s) above stating "National Treasure is no treasure" is either a fool, didn't actually watch the movie, or watched with their eyes closed! 🙈 This movie, and it's sequel, a week thought out, a great story AND backstory, a date I say, downright riveting! A city version of Indian Jones meets Lara Croft if you will. If you've not watched them based on a few reviewers claims, ignore them!!! If you enjoy movies sure as the 2 mentioned you'll enjoy this as well 😀 Watch! ENJOY!! then come back and tell those nay-sayers they were wrong, and it IS worth the watch! 😁

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Brandon K

@TheKeizer Dec 22

Not at all realistic, but a fun ride all the way through with a unique plot and characters.

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Synopsis

Historian and code-breaker Ben Gates (Nicolas Cage) has been searching his whole life for a rumored treasure dating back to the creation of the United States. Joining an expedition led by fellow treasure hunter Ian Howe (Sean Bean), Gates finds an ice-locked Colonial ship in the Arctic Circle that contains a clue linking the treasure to the Declaration of Independence. But when Howe betrays him, Gates has to race to get to the document ahead of his so-called colleague.

Director: Jon Turteltaub
Producer: Oren Aviv, Jerry Bruckheimer
Screenwriter: Ted Elliott, E. Max Frye, Jim Kouf, Marianne Wibberley, Cormac Wibberley
Distributor: Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co: Declaration Productions Inc., Touchstone Pictures, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Junction
Rating: PG (Some Scary Images|Action/Violence)
Genre: Adventure, Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 19, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 30, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $173.0M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)