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The Critic at a glance
The Critic is a 2024 thriller and crime film, running 1h 41m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2024-09-13
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Director
- Anand Tucker
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 5.8 / 10 · 122 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmJimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
Cast
14 names
Ian McKellenJimmy Erskine
Gemma ArtertonNina Land
Mark StrongDavid Brooke
Lesley ManvilleAnnabel Land
Ben BarnesStephen Wyley
Romola GaraiCora Wyley
Alfred EnochTom Tunner
Ron CookHugh Morris
Claire SkinnerMary Brooke
Matthew CottleGraham Meadows
Beau GadsdonFreya
Nikesh PatelFerdy Harwood
Rebecca GethingsJoan
Éva MagyarDolly LangdonQuestions about The Critic
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Critic in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Critic is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, BFI Player, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Critic suitable for children?
The Critic is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Critic on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Critic about?
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his…
How long is The Critic?
The Critic runs for 1h 41m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Critic trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Official Trailer 2 without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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