David Strathairn, Joan Allen, Julia Stiles

Matt Damon returns as the trained assassin Jason Bourne for the latest showdown in The Bourne Ultimatum. In the follow-up to 2002’s The Bourne Identity and 2004’s The Bourne Supremacy—the smash hits ...( read more  read more... )that have earned over $500 million at the global box office—acclaimed director Paul Greengrass (United 93, The Bourne Supremacy) joins returning cast members Julia Stiles and Joan Allen and new additions David Strathairn, Paddy Considine and Edgar Ramirez. All he wanted was to disappear. Instead, Jason Bourne is now hunted by the people who made him what he is. Having lost his memory and the one person he loved, he is undeterred by the barrage of bullets and a new generation of highly-trained killers. Bourne has only one objective: to go back to the beginning and find out who he was. Now, in the new chapter of this espionage series, Bourne will hunt down his past in order to find a future. He must travel from Moscow, Paris and London to Tangier and New York City as he continues his quest to find the real Jason Bourne—all the while trying to outmaneuver the scores of cops, federal officers and Interpol agents with him in their crosshairs. Track Jason Bourne by playing the new online game: "The Ultimate Search for Bourne with Google" www.google.com/bourne Soundtrack in stores July 31st.

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PG-13, 1 hr. 51 min.

Directed by: Paul Greengrass

Release Date: August 3, 2007

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DVD Release Date: December 11, 2007

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  • September 21, 2009
    It was ok but really over-hyped! I promise I will never watch another film with Julia Stiles in it for the rest of my life, she?s fucking awful!
  • August 31, 2009
    Definitely one of the BEST movies you're going to see this summer. Having said that I've to remind viewers that Greengrass the director of the film owes a HUGE thanks to Inarritu (director of films like Amores Perros, Babel and 21 Grams) who introduced the shaky cam whose style t...( read more)his film overemphasizes. Having said that, Bourne series is a rare type of film where the action does not ignore the character development and here Bourne's identity is finally brought to the fore and all loose ends tied. Now that doesn't mean there won't be a fourth part; I for one believe that Bond is dead (given its stupid plots and ridiculous gadgets) but Bourne is the new Bond and will last a LONG time to come. Catch it in theaters and don't forget to strap on your seatbelt. This is ONE HELLUVA RIDE!
  • July 18, 2009
    Never been too keen on the Bourne movies, spy stuff just isn't my cup of tea. This third in the trilogy is probably the better one I think, some really good action scenes and chase sequences. Its done very well and you can feel the tension as Bourne races to find out his true self.
  • June 7, 2009
    The best of the Bourne trilogy and one of the best action films of the decade, the Bourne Ultimatum is an ultimate in action movie experiences. Matt Damon has transformed the character of Bourne in three films from a troubled assassin without an identity, to a action hero of such...( read more) precise perfection in evasion and invasion, deception and investigation it puts Mr Bond to shame. A film that goes through locations like heart-beats, from Moscow to Madrid to Morocco, London, Paris and New York, Bourne Ultimatum is a global adventure that reflects the high mobility and inter-connectedness of today?s small globalized world. A post 9/11 thriller that is smarter than your average explosion filled action film, a battle of determination that blurs the line between moral aims i.e. protecting the country and immoral means i.e. torture, assassination and indiscriminate murder. David Strathiam blurs these lines representing the ruthless evil within the good government represented by Joan Allen, both in thoroughly convincing performances. But Bourne Ultimatum does have the goods where action films are concerned with incredible chase, fight and suspense scenes that will have you on the edge on your seat. A mind-blowing ride intellectually and visually.
  • March 28, 2009
    Matt Damon . . . has definitely found a niche where he looks good. True, he can act -- he's way better than Affleck -- but anything where acting actually overshadows action would be a stretch even for him. This is all action and it's . . . interesting, but it's not anything wor...( read more)th going out of your way to watch. For the times, with so many great action movies out there, this is pretty average. And now he's going to do another one . . .
  • December 3, 2009
    oh yeah Jason Bourne is DA SHIT!!!
  • December 1, 2009
    Its part of the bourne trilogy it can do no wrong, lol
  • December 1, 2009
    Hats off to paul coz i don hav wordz to say in tribute but can say one thing while watching the movie I feel I was a part of it
  • November 30, 2009
    I like the style and the action. The politics of it are unnecessary and anti US. We have the most professional armed forces in the world. We really do try to be the good guys. Its just a movie, however.
  • November 30, 2009
    Very good. An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thrill ride with some nice action. It made me want to watch the first two again!!

Critic Reviews


August 6, 2007
Stephanie Zacharek, Salon.com

A great action movie, exhilarating and neatly crafted, the kind of picture that will still look good 20 or 30 years from now. full review

August 6, 2007
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

We've waited all summer for a wild ride to grab us with more than jolts. Now it's here. Hang on. full review

August 6, 2007
David Edelstein, New York Magazine

Fans of 24 will be amazed to find a hero who makes Jack Bauer seem like a study in sissydom. full review

August 4, 2007
Pete Hammond, Maxim

It's the best action picture in decades, a two hour high-tech chase around the world that surpasses everything that's come before it including Oscar winning classics like 'The French Connection' and '... full review

August 3, 2007
Kurt Loder, MTV

"The Bourne Ultimatum" might have brought this saga to a classy and gratifying conclusion. It's hard to imagine how any further sequel could improve upon it. full review

August 3, 2007
Amy Biancolli, Houston Chronicle

I must have breathed during The Bourne Ultimatum because I didn't pass out in my seat -- but I'm sure those were bruises on my throat. Gripping? Yes. full review

August 3, 2007
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Ultimatum is a tribute to Bourne's determination, his driving skills, his intelligence in out-thinking his masters and especially his good luck. full review

August 3, 2007
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail

This is a chase film, pushed to the fragmented limits of abstraction, that rattles and jolts and explodes like an intricately designed drum solo. full review

August 2, 2007
Colin Covert, The Minneapolis Star Tribune

Here's hoping Damon is Bourne again. full review

August 2, 2007
Claudia Puig, USA Today

His [Greengrass'] masterful direction of The Bourne Ultimatum makes this third installment unequivocally the summer's best 'threequel.' It also is easily the best action thriller of the year. full review

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  • captrajivpal
    December 23, 2008
    the only thing i can say bout this movie is WOW,
    Matt u are the best,
    and will always be....
  • zeynab144
    October 5, 2008
    I love Matt Damon and all his movies. he is my favourite actor and he will always be.
  • alaskachartergirl
    June 21, 2008
    The best Bourne movie ever!!!
  • SkywalkerJones
    April 10, 2008
    Best Boune ever.Nuff Said.
  • terris85017
    January 22, 2008
    I am one of Robert Ludlum's devoted fans. Loved all the others!! Cool! Something wonderful to go and see (rELEASE DATE 08/03/07)!! YIPPEE! Loved Brian Cox (killed in the sequal tho!) & Matt Damon in the Bourne Identity & Ultimatum. This sequel is nonstop! Grabs you right up front. This director/editor whomever does this makes DAMON look like the best actor/spy around!! Great!
  • Danni8601
    January 5, 2008
    This is the best fiml ever!!! The plot was the best so far, the car chase was wicked as was the acting and the best line ever, "If you were in your office right now we'd be having this convorsation face to face." That was a really good plan he made up and just shows how good he is and he can get through anything without being caught.
  • tub07world
    November 25, 2007
    loved the movie!!!!!
  • gringottsgoblin713
    November 21, 2007
    i loved this movie! it was amazing!!! i have a thing for action movies though but still, WOW
  • utlang
    October 24, 2007
    love the book and also the movie. Matt really is great!
  • JeNeTaimePlus
    October 5, 2007
    i love this series and i love matt damon, hes hot..hahah, and yahh, this movie is juz amazing, its like...coolieo..wat else can i say?? hha

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