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The Empty Man

Seen it?

2020 | 137 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had a weak 6.2 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. 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 horror fans. If you loved Sleepy Hollow, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 2 hr 17 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

On the trail of a missing girl, an ex-cop comes across a secretive group attempting to summon a terrifying supernatural entity.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    76% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesWeak

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $16 million worldwide on a $16 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 608K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by David Prior

  • James Badge DaleJames Lasombra
  • Marin IrelandNora Quail
  • Sasha FrolovaAmanda Quail
  • Samantha LoganDavara Walsh
  • Evan JonigkeitGreg
  • Virginia KullRuthie
  • Robert AramayoGarrett
  • Ron CanadaDetective Villiers
  • Jessica MattenFiona
  • Aaron PoolePaul