Spider (2002) movie poster

Spider (2002)

"The only thing worse than losing your mind... is finding it again."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 84%, MC: 83) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMysteryThriller

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Director
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
France, United Kingdom, Canada
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (918 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
83
Cast
Ralph Fiennes as Spider
Miranda Richardson as Yvonne / Mrs. Cleg
Gabriel Byrne as Bill Cleg
Lynn Redgrave as Mrs. Wilkinson
John Neville as Terrence
Philip Craig as John
Bradley Hall as Spider Boy
Gary Reineke as Freddy
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 918 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
Overview
A mentally disturbed man takes residence in a halfway house. His mind gradually slips back into the realm created by his illness, where he replays a key part of his childhood. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • David Cronenberg cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for Spider was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Spider is a 2002 drama, mystery, thriller film directed by David Cronenberg. A mentally disturbed man takes residence in a halfway house. His mind gradually slips back into the realm created by his illness, where he replays a key part of his childhood.

The film has been rated by 918 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Spider 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.

Spider (2002) 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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