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Cast
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  • Danny Trejo

    Danny Trejo

    Machete

  • Michelle Rodriguez

    Michelle Rodriguez

    Luz

  • Sofia Vergara

    Sofia Vergara

    Madame Desdemona

  • Amber Heard

    Amber Heard

    Miss San Antonio

  • Carlos Estevez

    Carlos Estevez

  • Antonio Banderas

    Antonio Banderas

  • Demian Bichir

    Demian Bichir

    Mendez the Madman

  • Jessica Alba

    Jessica Alba

    Sartana

Credits
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  • Robert Rodriguez

    Robert Rodriguez

    Director / Producer / Director of Photography / Editor

  • Kyle Ward

    Kyle Ward

    Screenwriter

  • Rick Schwartz

    Rick Schwartz

    Producer

  • Sergei Bespalov

    Sergei Bespalov

    Producer

  • Alexander Rodnyansky

    Alexander Rodnyansky

    Producer

  • Aaron Kaufman

    Aaron Kaufman

    Producer

  • Iliana Nikolic

    Iliana Nikolic

    Producer

  • Rebecca Rodriguez

    Rebecca Rodriguez

    Editor

Latest News

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    Box Office: Tom Hanks' 'Captain Phillips' Earns $600,000 Thursday Night

    8:07 am PDT 10/11/2013
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    Directed by Paul Greengrass, the Somali pirate drama is hoping for a place in this year's awards race; Robert Rodriguez's "Machete Kills" takes in $200,000. READ MORE

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  2. In Theaters This Weekend: Reviews of 'Captain Phillips,' 'Romeo and Juliet' and More

    In Theaters This Weekend: Reviews of 'Captain Phillips,' 'Romeo and Juliet' and More

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    Machete Kills: Film Review

    3:35 pm PDT 10/6/2013
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    Robert Rodriguez's follow-up to 2010's "Machete" co-stars Danny Trejo, Michelle Rodriguez, Amber Heard and Mel Gibson and includes an abundance of cameo appearances, including Lady Gaga in her feature debut. READ MORE

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  5. Watch Video 'Machete Kills' Trailer 3

    'Machete Kills' Trailer 3

    6:27 am PDT 10/4/2013
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    The latest trailer from Robert Rodriguez's action movie features the never-before-released song "Aura" from Lady Gaga. The film also starring Danny Trejo, Michelle Rodriguez, Sofia Vergara, Amber Heard, Carlos Estevez, Antonio Banderas, Jessica Alba and Demian Bichir hits theaters on October 11. READ MORE

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  6. Watch Video 'Machete Kills' Trailer 2

    'Machete Kills' Trailer 2

    6:00 am PDT 8/2/2013
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    Danny Trejo returns as Machete, an ex-Federale hired by the president of the United States (Charlie Sheen) after an arms dealer (Mel Gibson) threatens to shoot a war missile into space. READ MORE

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  7. Heat Vision
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    'Machete Kills' to Open Fantastic Fest

    10:00 am PDT 7/10/2013
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    Robert Rodriguez's sequel will have its world premiere in Austin on Sept. 19. READ MORE

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    'Machete Kills' Release Date Shifts

    10:48 am PDT 6/20/2013
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    Open Road Films is also pushing back the release of action pic "Homefront" by nearly a month. READ MORE

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  9. Watch Video 'Machete Kills' Trailer

    'Machete Kills' Trailer

    12:02 pm PDT 5/30/2013
    • David Simpson
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    Danny Trejo returns as ex-federal agent Machete Cortez in Robert Rodriguez's sequel. The movie due out on September 13 also features Amber Heard, Michelle Rodriguez, Charlie Sheen, and Mel Gibson. READ MORE

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  10. Heat Vision
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    'Machete Kills' Trailer: President Charlie Sheen Enlists Danny Trejo for a Mission (Video)

    10:25 am PDT 5/30/2013
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    Lady Gaga, Mel Gibson, Sofia Vergara and Antonio Banderas are among the stars cast in the Robert Rodriguez grindhouse sequel. READ MORE

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    'Machete' Owner Sues Over Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete Kills' Sequel

    6:34 pm PST 11/20/2012
    • Matthew Belloni
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    Overnight Productions, run by producer Rick Schwartz, claims it entered into a deal to allow Rodriguez to make a sequel to his 2010 revenge shoot-'em-up but is being stiffed out of at least $2 million. READ MORE

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  12. Heat Vision
    Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete Kills' Lands at Open Road

    Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete Kills' Lands at Open Road

    4:09 pm PDT 10/18/2012
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    Danny Trejo reprises his role as the title character in the movie, which also stars Amber Heard, Lady Gaga and Mel Gibson. READ MORE

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  13. 'Spy Kids' Star Alexa Vega on 'Owning My Sexuality' for New 'Machete Kills' Role

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    5:33 pm PDT 8/28/2012
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    The actress talks to THR about her provocative role in Robert Rodriguez's upcoming movie and what it means for her career. READ MORE

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  14. Lady Gaga's 'Machete Kills' Character Poster Unveiled

    Lady Gaga's 'Machete Kills' Character Poster Unveiled

    5:36 pm PDT 7/26/2012
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    Director Robert Rodriguez tweeted the image, and the pop provocateur confirmed she will be making her big screen debut in the film. READ MORE

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    Charlie Sheen Cast As U.S. President in 'Machete' Sequel

    Charlie Sheen Cast As U.S. President in 'Machete' Sequel

    6:39 pm PDT 6/21/2012
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    Director Robert Rodriguez made the announcement Thursday via Twitter. READ MORE

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  16. Cannes 2012: Splendid Scores ‘Ten,’ Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger

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    1:42 am PDT 6/11/2012
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    The European distributor’s buying spree also includes Joe Hahn's "Mall," Robert Rodriguez’s “Machete Kills” and “Sin City: A Dame to Kill For.” READ MORE

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    'Machete Kills' Director Robert Rodriguez Lines Up 'Fire and Ice' After 'Sin City 2'

    3:56 pm PDT 4/24/2012
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    The prolific filmmaker has two sequels in his immediate future, to be followed by an animated film that pays tribute to the work of iconic artist Frank Frazetta. READ MORE

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    Mel Gibson in Talks to Join 'Machete Kills'

    Mel Gibson in Talks to Join 'Machete Kills'

    9:27 pm PDT 4/23/2012
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    Robert Rodriguez’s follow-up to his 2010 grindhouse flick sees the return of Danny Trejo as the vengeful ex-Federale. READ MORE

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Summary

In 'Machete Kills,' Danny Trejo returns as ex-Federale agent Machete, who is recruited by the President of the United States for a mission which would be impossible for any mortal man.

Company Info

  • Open Road Films Domestic Theatrical Distributor
  • Quick Draw Productions Production Company
  • Overnight Productions Production Company
  • Aldamisa Entertainment Production Company
  • 1821 Pictures Production Company