Movie: Check Mate
Top 10 Billed Cast
David
Andrés (Secuestrador)
Maggie
Inspector Peralta
Fernando
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Overview
A famous game show host is forced to reveal all his secrets on live TV, with his wife and children held hostage.
Release Date
2012-04-12
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5.5
Rating:
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