The Roommate (2011) movie poster

The Roommate (2011)

"2,000 colleges. 8 million roommates. Which one will you get?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 73%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 13% (RT: 3%, MC: 23) 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
Christian E. Christiansen
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.4/10 (985 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
3%
Metacritic
23
Cast
Leighton Meester as Rebecca Evans
Minka Kelly as Sara Matthews
Cam Gigandet as Stephen
Aly Michalka as Tracy
Frances Fisher as Rebecca's Mom
Tomas Arana as Rebecca's Dad
Billy Zane as Professor Roberts
Most people think so. 73% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 985 votes. Critics scored it lower at 13%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
When Sara, a young design student from Iowa, arrives for college in Los Angeles, she is eager to fit in and get to know the big city. Her wealthy roommate, Rebecca, is more than eager to take Sara under her wing and show her the ropes. The two become close, but when Sara begins to branch out and make more friends on campus, Rebecca becomes resentful. Alarmed, Sara moves in with her new boyfriend, causing Rebecca's behavior to take a violent turn. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated thriller films of 2011 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for The Roommate was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Roommate is a 2011 thriller, drama, horror film directed by Christian E. Christiansen. When Sara, a young design student from Iowa, arrives for college in Los Angeles, she is eager to fit in and get to know the big city.

Her wealthy roommate, Rebecca, is more than eager to take Sara under her wing and show her the ropes. The two become close, but when Sara begins to branch out and make more friends on campus, Rebecca becomes resentful. Alarmed, Sara moves in with her new boyfriend, causing Rebecca's behavior to take a violent turn.

The film has been rated by 985 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, The Roommate 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 Roommate (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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