The film is noted for its strong ensemble cast, which critics credited for carrying the "B-movie" plot:
The 2005 remake of , directed by Jean-François Richet , is a modernized action-thriller based on John Carpenter's 1976 cult classic. While it retains the core "siege" premise, it introduces significant narrative shifts, moving the setting from Los Angeles to a snow-buried Detroit on New Year's Eve. Core Plot & Narrative Twists Assault.On.Precinct.13.2005.PL.1080p.BDRip.DD.5...
: Plays Sgt. Jake Roenick, the "Napoleon" equivalent of the original, seeking redemption through the siege. The film is noted for its strong ensemble