The Condemned

The Condemned

Year: 2013

Language: English

Director: Roberto Bus

Mystery

In a gritty, high-stakes showdown, a retired bounty hunter is thrust back into the game of survival when he's forced to participate in a notorious Condemned tournament, where hardened convicts must battle it out in a brutal fight-to-the-death spectacle televised for the world's entertainment.

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Timeline – The Condemned (2013)
Trace every key event in The Condemned (2013) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Death Row

Jack Conrad finds himself on death row in a harsh Salvadoran prison, resigned to his grim fate. His days are mired in despair as he contemplates his approaching execution.

Salvadoran prison
2

A Second Chance

An unexpected opportunity arises when a wealthy television producer intervenes and buys the freedom of Jack and nine other condemned criminals. This surreal turn of events signals the start of a twisted survival game.

3

Desolate Island

The contestants are transported to a desolate island in the South Pacific, where they are given a harrowing choice: compete in a fight to the death or face execution. Ankle bombs with a 30-hour countdown are strapped to them, ensuring high stakes.

Desolate island in the South Pacific
4

Game Begins

The brutal competition commences, orchestrated by Ian Breckel, aiming to break online viewing records. The contestants must eliminate each other to survive, with the last person standing winning their freedom and a substantial cash prize.

5

Identity Uncovered

As events unfold on the island, FBI agents start to uncover Jack's true identity as Jack Riley, a former Delta Force operative. Meanwhile, his former girlfriend Sarah becomes unintentionally involved, watching the horrifying contest from a local bar.

6

Alliances Formed

Contestants begin to form alliances to survive the brutal game. Jack Conrad teams up with Ewan McStarley and Saiga, but trust is fleeting as danger lurks at every corner.

7

Infiltration

In a bold move, Conrad infiltrates the broadcast tower to send a message to Sarah, hoping to let her know about the horrors on the island. He faces challenges and must withdraw before his plan is fully realized.

Broadcast tower
8

Brutal Confrontation

Tensions rise as Jack encounters McStarley and Saiga in a desperate confrontation. In a deadly clash, Jack eliminates Saiga, but the threat from McStarley continues to loom as he escapes with a shotgun.

9

Escaping the Pursuer

Utilizing the terrain to evade capture, Conrad seeks refuge in a stream, but McStarley is relentless. The pursuit intensifies as McStarley brutally murders others in his path, raising the stakes even further.

Stream
10

The Fall

A fateful encounter leads to Conrad diverting into a ravine to escape McStarley's gunfire. He falls into a tumultuous stream, leaving his survival in question while McStarley thinks he has secured victory.

Ravine
11

A Sinister Twist

As McStarley approaches the control tower to claim his winnings, Breckel reveals that Navy SEALs are on their way to apprehend him. This twist sends McStarley into a rage, killing innocent bystanders in the chaos.

Control tower
12

Revelations and Revenge

Amidst the turmoil, McStarley confronts Julie, Breckel’s girlfriend, only to realize that Conrad has survived. A raw confrontation ensues between Conrad and McStarley, addressing past traumas and igniting a fierce battle.

13

Pursuit and Showdown

Conrad takes control of McStarley’s equipment and embarks on a pursuit of Breckel, now desperate to escape. The chase culminates in a dramatic showdown where he unleashes a barrage of fire upon a helicopter.

Cliffs
14

The Final Trap

In a moment of sheer precision, Conrad uses McStarley's reactivated ankle bomb against the helicopter, resulting in a catastrophic crash that brings Breckel's reign of terror to an end. The malevolent game concludes with justice served.

15

Return to Freedom

With the antagonists defeated and the game over, Conrad returns home to Texas a free man. The joyous reunion with Sarah marks the end of his harrowing journey, as they embrace a newfound life together.

Texas

Last Updated: November 17, 2024 at 22:26

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