Rings (2017) movie poster

Rings (2017)

"First you watch it. Then you die."
ThumbScore
👍 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 16% (RT: 8%, MC: 25) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

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Director
F. Javier Gutiérrez
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.0/10 (2,587 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
8%
Metacritic
25
Cast
Matilda Lutz as Julia
Alex Roe as Holt Anthony
Johnny Galecki as Gabriel Brown
Vincent D'Onofrio as Galen Burke
Zach Roerig as Carter
Aimee Teegarden as Skye Johnston
Bonnie Morgan as Samara Morgan
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,587 votes. Critics scored it lower at 16%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Julia becomes worried about her boyfriend Holt when he explores the dark urban legend of a mysterious videotape said to kill the watcher seven days after viewing. She sacrifices herself to save her boyfriend and in doing so makes a horrifying discovery: there is a "movie within the movie" that no one has ever seen before. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During the filming of Rings, Matilda Lutz improvised one of the most famous lines in the movie.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing F. Javier Gutiérrez's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
  • Before Matilda Lutz was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
Audience Consensus

Rings is a 2017 horror film directed by F. Javier Gutiérrez. Julia becomes worried about her boyfriend Holt when he explores the dark urban legend of a mysterious videotape said to kill the watcher seven days after viewing.

She sacrifices herself to save her boyfriend and in doing so makes a horrifying discovery: there is a "movie within the movie" that no one has ever seen before. The film has been rated by 2,587 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Rings 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. Rings (2017) 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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