Sleeping Dogs (2024) movie poster

Sleeping Dogs (2024)

"Some lies never die."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 57%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 44% (RT: 43%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
MysteryThrillerCrimeDrama

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Director
Adam Cooper
Runtime
1h 52m
Country
United States of America, Australia
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (571 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
43%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Russell Crowe as Roy Freeman
Karen Gillan as Laura Baines / Elizabeth Westlake
Marton Csokas as Dr. Joseph Wieder
Tommy Flanagan as Jimmy Remis
Thomas M. Wright as Wayne Devereaux
Harry Greenwood as Richard Finn
Pacharo Mzembe as Isaac Samuel
Lynn Gilmartin as Diane Lynch
It's divisive. Only 57% of audiences liked it based on 571 votes. Critics gave it 44%.
Overview
Roy Freeman, an ex-homicide detective with a fractured memory, is forced to revisit a case he can't remember. As a man's life hangs in the balance on death row, Freeman must piece together the brutal evidence from a decade-old murder investigation, uncovering a sinister web of buried secrets and betrayals linking to his past. With only instincts to trust, he faces a chilling truth - sometimes, it's best to let sleeping dogs lie. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Russell Crowe spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The iconic poster for Sleeping Dogs was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Sleeping Dogs is a 2024 mystery, thriller, crime film directed by Adam Cooper. Roy Freeman, an ex-homicide detective with a fractured memory, is forced to revisit a case he can't remember. As a man's life hangs in the balance on death row, Freeman must piece together the brutal evidence from a decade-old murder investigation, uncovering a sinister web of buried secrets and betrayals linking to his past.

With only instincts to trust, he faces a chilling truth - sometimes, it's best to let sleeping dogs lie. The film has been rated by 571 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a mystery film, Sleeping Dogs 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. Sleeping Dogs (2024) 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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