The Double (2011) movie poster

The Double (2011)

"Keep your enemies close"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 30% (RT: 22%, MC: 37) 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
Michael Brandt
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (708 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
22%
Metacritic
37
Cast
Richard Gere as Paul Shepherdson
Topher Grace as Ben Geary
Martin Sheen as Tom Highland
Tamer Hassan as Bozlovski
Stephen Moyer as Brutus
Odette Annable as Natalie Geary
Stana Katic as Amber
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 708 votes. Critics scored it lower at 30%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The mysterious murder of a US senator bearing the distinctive trademark of the legendary Soviet assassin 'Cassius', forces retired CIA operative, Paul Shepherson to team with rookie FBI agent, Ben Geary to solve the crime. Having spent his career chasing Cassius, Shepherdson is convinced his nemesis is long dead, but is pushed to take on the case by his former supervisor, Tom Highland. Geary, who wrote his Master's thesis on Shepherdson's pursuit of the Soviet killer, is certain that Cassius has resurfaced. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 2011 among dedicated fans.
  • Michael Brandt cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Double is a 2011 action, drama, crime film directed by Michael Brandt. The mysterious murder of a US senator bearing the distinctive trademark of the legendary Soviet assassin 'Cassius', forces retired CIA operative, Paul Shepherson to team with rookie FBI agent, Ben Geary to solve the crime. Having spent his career chasing Cassius, Shepherdson is convinced his nemesis is long dead, but is pushed to take on the case by his former supervisor, Tom Highland.

Geary, who wrote his Master's thesis on Shepherdson's pursuit of the Soviet killer, is certain that Cassius has resurfaced. The film has been rated by 708 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, The Double 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. The Double (2011) 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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