Needful Things (1993) movie poster

Needful Things (1993)

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ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 39% (RT: 35%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Fraser Clarke Heston
Runtime
2h 1m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (594 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
35%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Max von Sydow as Leland Gaunt
Ed Harris as Sheriff Alan Pangborn
Bonnie Bedelia as Polly Chalmers
J. T. Walsh as Danforth Keeton III
Valri Bromfield as Wilma Jerzyk
Ray McKinnon as Deputy Norris Ridgewick
Lisa Blount as Cora Rusk
Shane Meier as Brian Rusk
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 594 votes. Critics scored it lower at 39%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A mysterious new shop opens in a small town which always seems to stock the deepest desires of each shopper, with a price far heavier than expected. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Needful Things was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Needful Things was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Needful Things is a 1993 drama, horror film directed by Fraser Clarke Heston. A mysterious new shop opens in a small town which always seems to stock the deepest desires of each shopper, with a price far heavier than expected. The film has been rated by 594 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Needful Things delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Needful Things (1993) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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