Welcome to Leith
Seen it?2015 | 85 min | Thriller, Crime, Documentary
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (96% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime fans, anyone who likes to be kept guessing and the curious. If you loved The Perfect Neighbor or Insomnia, start here.
- The mood
- Tense, gritty.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 25 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
In September 2012, the tiny prairie town of Leith, North Dakota, sees its population of 24 grow by one. As the new resident's behavior becomes more threatening, tensions soar, and the residents desperately look for ways to expel their unwanted neighbor.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$65K worldwide; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 8K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Michael Beach Nichols, Christopher K. Walker
- Craig CobbHimself