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The Survivalist

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2015 | 104 min | Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (96% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences and little 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 anyone who likes to be kept guessing and sci-fi fans. If you loved Mad Max or Predator, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 44 min.
What might put you off
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

In a time of starvation, a survivalist lives off a small plot of land hidden deep in forest. When two women seeking food and shelter discover his farm, he finds his existence threatened.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 80 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 1 BAFTA.

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 60K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Stephen Fingleton

  • Martin McCannThe Survivalist
  • Mia GothMilja
  • Olwen FouéréKathryn
  • Douglas RussellSnatcher
  • Andrew SimpsonAugustus
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  • Hussina RajaWatchwoman
  • Ciaran FlynnWatchman
  • Seán DoupeAxe Raider
  • Jeremy MartinRaider