Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Horror thriller

12 Hour Shift (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

12 Hour Shift (2020) movie poster

12 Hour Shift is a 2020 horror thriller starring Nikea Gamby-Turner as Karen, Chloe Farnworth and Tom DeTrinis. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and earned $6,820 worldwide. Critics gave it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.

IMDb rating
5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
78%
worldwide gross
$6.8K
Echo Score
77
Loading streaming availability…
12 Hour Shift (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Genres
Thriller , Horror , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is 12 Hour Shift About?

The premise of 12 Hour Shift without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During a grueling double shift, Nurse Mandy’s struggles with addiction intertwine with a dangerous situation involving organ trafficking. When her cousin makes a critical error during a kidney delivery at an Arkansas hospital, a chaotic sequence of events unfolds. Mandy finds herself scrambling to rectify the mistake and secure a replacement organ, confronting escalating threats and difficult moral choices in a desperate attempt to maintain control.

12 Hour Shift Themes & Keywords

· 25 tags
  • organ trafficking
  • cigarette smoking
  • dialysis
  • handcuffed to a bed
  • black market
  • cake
  • year 1999
  • female rear nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • reference to kroger
  • bleach
  • triple f rated
+13 more
  • nurse
  • bare midriff
  • security guard
  • coffee
  • arkansas
  • title directed by female
  • f word
  • hospital
  • dark comedy
  • female protagonist
  • reference to marilyn manson
  • no opening credits
  • written by director
Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

12 Hour Shift Cast & Characters

Nikea Gamby-Turner leads the cast as Karen, with Chloe Farnworth as Regina and Tom DeTrinis as Mr. Kent.

Also Starring in 12 Hour Shift

· 5 more
Ratings

12 Hour Shift Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave 12 Hour Shift 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (60).

77 /100

12 Hour Shift Echo Score Breakdown

12 Hour Shift earns a solid place as an entertaining and stylistically bold horror comedy. The film’s inventive tone and dark humor received frequent praise for its gallows humor and creative originality, though several viewers noted uneven pacing and occasional confusion in its flow. Audiences responded positively to its deadpan performances and stylistic nods to 90s aesthetics. Overall, the film presents a distinctive but somewhat inconsistent experience that mostly satisfies genre enthusiasts.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    Art & Craft emerges as one of the film’s strongest elements. In terms of direction and visual style, the movie effectively channels a 90s aesthetic with vivid production design and cohesive framing. Editing choices support the gallows humor tone and maintain a brisk visual rhythm. These combined elements deliver a consistent stylistic identity throughout the film.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    Character & Emotion benefits from engaging portrayals of flawed and unpredictable individuals. When it comes to acting and chemistry, the cast delivers deadpan performances that balance morbid comedy with genuine desperation. Character dynamics enhance emotional resonance despite limited backstory, offering a range of personalities from callous opportunists to sympathetic figures. The net impact is a group of memorable, if eccentric, characters.

  • Story & Flow 60

    Story & Flow proves inventive but occasionally uneven in its narrative execution. In terms of plot coherence and pacing, the film offers fresh twists and original premises but at times feels disjointed and slow to build momentum. The escalating insanity in the final act provides engagement, yet earlier confusion undercuts consistent forward drive. Ultimately, the story’s originality is tempered by sporadic pacing irregularities.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    Sensory Experience is marked by distinct visual and auditory choices that reinforce the film’s dark humor. In terms of soundtrack and sound design, the occasional musical interlude punctuates morbid moments, while practical effects and lighting amplify the gritty hospital atmosphere. Visual style remains cohesive with an understated palette that evokes the setting’s tension. These elements combine to create an immersive sensory environment.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    Rewatch Factor is elevated by the film’s dark comedic twists and stylish presentation. When considering replay value, viewers are likely to uncover additional humor and visual details on subsequent viewings. The uneven pacing may deter some, but the memorable tone and inventive scenarios encourage revisiting for fans of the genre. Overall, it maintains a lasting appeal for those drawn to absurdist horror comedy.

Plot

12 Hour Shift Plot Summary

What happens in 12 Hour Shift from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1999 Arkansas, we meet Mandy, an overworked nurse battling a severe drug addiction. Her desperate measures to finance her habit extend beyond stealing patient medications—she is involved in a sinister scheme of harvesting patient organs for profit. Partnered with desk nurse Karen and recently enlisting her cousin Regina for added help, Mandy delivers harvested organs to trafficker Nicholas.

Full summary

The whole story of 12 Hour Shift, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

12 Hour Shift Box Office

12 Hour Shift grossed $6,820 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$6.8K

US & Canada
$6.8K
Videos

12 Hour Shift Trailers & Videos

The trailer of 12 Hour Shift.

12 Hour Shift - Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know 12 Hour Shift?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

  1. Question 1: not answered
  2. Question 2: not answered
  3. Question 3: not answered
  4. Question 4: not answered
  5. Question 5: not answered
  6. Question 6: not answered
  7. Question 7: not answered
  8. Question 8: not answered
  9. Question 9: not answered
  10. Question 10: not answered

What year is the movie set in?

Cars

Cars in 12 Hour Shift

5 cars on screen, including the 1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 C4 and the 1991 Dodge Ram.

All 5 cars
  • 1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 C4 in 12 Hour Shift 1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 C4 Important role
  • 1991 Dodge Ram in 12 Hour Shift 1991 Dodge Ram Minor role
  • Caterpillar T 40 D in 12 Hour Shift Caterpillar T 40 D Background role
  • 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 in 12 Hour Shift 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 Background role
Details

12 Hour Shift Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “12-часовая смена” and “12 아워 시프트”.

Also known as
  • 12-часовая смена
  • 12 아워 시프트
  • Turno de 12 horas
  • 轮班12小时
  • Zmiana
  • 浴血腎鬥士
  • Ca Trực 12 Giờ

Seen 12 Hour Shift?

FAQ

12 Hour Shift FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of 12 Hour Shift, each answered in a sentence.

How long is 12 Hour Shift?

12 Hour Shift runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was 12 Hour Shift released?

12 Hour Shift was released on October 2, 2020.

Who is in the cast of 12 Hour Shift?

12 Hour Shift stars Nikea Gamby-Turner as Karen, Chloe Farnworth as Regina and Tom DeTrinis as Mr. Kent, among 9 credited actors.

How much did 12 Hour Shift make at the box office?

12 Hour Shift grossed $6,820 worldwide.

How is 12 Hour Shift rated?

12 Hour Shift has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.

Does 12 Hour Shift have a post-credit scene?

Yes. 12 Hour Shift has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app