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Alone (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Alone is a 2020 thriller directed by John Hyams, starring Jules Willcox as Jessica, Marc Menchaca and Anthony Heald. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $642,502 worldwide. Critics gave it 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and DistroTV, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
6.2/10
worldwide gross
$642.5K
Echo Score
62
Metascore
70
Alone (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
John Hyams
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Malayalam
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Alone About?

The premise of Alone without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

During a global pandemic, a traveler named Kalidas finds himself stranded in a remote area, facing a desperate fight for survival. Isolated and alone, he must battle both the external dangers of a world in crisis and the internal struggles that arise from complete solitude, pushing his resilience to its limits.

Alone Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • stalker
  • creepy man
  • psycho
  • serial killer
  • cabin
  • chase
  • river
  • wilderness
  • locked in a basement
  • survival
  • female protagonist
  • captivity
+38 more
  • female captive
  • stalking
  • car chase
  • aggressive driver
  • violence
  • chased in the woods
  • road rage
  • remote cabin
  • woman held captive
  • stranger
  • abduction
  • cabin in the woods
  • traumatized protagonist
  • turning the tables
  • escape
  • moving
  • u haul trailer
  • widow
  • station wagon
  • mud
  • drugged
  • locked in a room
  • slashed tire
  • scared woman
  • bloody lip
  • flashlight
  • dark room
  • locked door
  • fall
  • barefoot
  • woman in water
  • injured foot
  • hit with a stick
  • hiding
  • hit in the eye
  • man murders a man
  • hiding in a cave
  • rain
Where to watch

Where to Watch Alone

Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and DistroTV, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Alone Cast & Characters

Jules Willcox leads the cast as Jessica, with Marc Menchaca as Man and Anthony Heald as Robert. Directed by John Hyams; 13 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Alone

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Ratings

Alone Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Alone 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 62/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).

62 /100

Alone Echo Score Breakdown

The film delivers a tense but uneven experience across its craft, performances, and narrative engagement. Cinematic techniques create suspense, yet narrative gaps and character choices undermine coherence. Performances earn points for realism while some aspects of pacing and originality feel standard and occasionally frustrating. Despite effective sensory elements, the blend of strengths and weaknesses yields a moderately engaging thriller with limited lasting impact.

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

  • Art & Craft 70

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits competent framing and editing that support a tense atmosphere. The direction maintains focus on the protagonist’s isolation, and the production design uses minimal settings effectively. Yet the low budget occasionally shows in generic visuals. Overall, the technical elements succeed in sustaining suspense.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    When it comes to character and emotion, the lead performance conveys genuine fear and resilience under pressure. The antagonist’s chilling presence heightens the protagonist’s vulnerability, creating engaging dynamics. However, repeated illogical decisions by the central character interrupt emotional investment. In summary, the acting quality stands out, but character depth is occasionally compromised by narrative convenience.

  • Story & Flow 55

    Regarding story and flow, the film delivers steady pacing that maintains tension through a familiar cat-and-mouse structure. Plot moments often provoke frustration due to predictability and questionable decision-making. Originality is limited by genre conventions, yet engagement persists in moments of high-stakes pursuit. Overall, the narrative fluctuates between effective suspense and narrative unevenness.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    In terms of sensory experience, the film’s sound design and sparse score enhance ambient tension without overwhelming the narrative. Visual style employs naturalistic lighting to underscore isolation in the wilderness. While the minimalist approach heightens realism, some scenes lack distinct audio cues. Overall, the sensory elements contribute effectively to an immersive and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Concerning rewatch factor, the film’s reliance on familiar thriller motifs and predictable plot points limits its repeat appeal. Although tension-filled sequences retain some engagement, the absence of novel developments reduces lasting curiosity. The strong performance of the lead provides brief incentive for revisiting specific scenes. Overall, the experience offers moderate enjoyment but not compelling reasons for multiple viewings.

Plot

Alone Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Alone from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On a mountainous highway in Oregon, Jessica Jules Willcox, recently widowed, begins a relocation drive that quickly becomes a tense test of nerves. A hostile Jeep driver closes in, attempts to overtake, and then speeds up, nearly colliding with a semi-trailer before tailing her and pulling away. The unsettling encounter lingers in her mind, and hours later, at a gas station, she spots the same Jeep again, a reminder that danger can follow you far from home.

Full summary

The whole story of Alone, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Alone Box Office

Alone grossed $642,502 worldwide. $537,589 came from the US and Canada and $104,913 (16%) from the rest of the world.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$642.5K

US & Canada
$537.6K
International
$104.9K
US & Canada 84% Rest of the world 16%
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Alone?

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

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Cars

Cars in Alone

10 cars on screen, including the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 1991 Volvo 240.

All 10 cars
  • 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alone 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Main role
  • 1991 Volvo 240 in Alone 1991 Volvo 240 Main role
  • 2015 Subaru Outback in Alone 2015 Subaru Outback Important role
  • 2003 Chevrolet Express in Alone 2003 Chevrolet Express Minor role
Details

Alone Also Known As

24 alternative titles, including “Tanha” and “Sama”.

Also known as
  • Tanha
  • Sama
  • Osamocena
  • Пропавшая
  • Yalnız
  • Alone - Du kannst nicht entkommen
  • 荒野殺機
  • 아무도 없다
  • Sozinha
  • Μόνη
  • Tek Başına
  • Sola
+12 more
  • 孤身
  • לבד
  • Alone (Sola)
  • 孤野獵逃
  • Egyedül
  • Kẻ Rình Mồi
  • Psychol
  • Vienas
  • Сама
  • تنها
  • ストーカー 3日目の逆襲
  • Psihopatul

Seen Alone?

FAQ

Alone FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Alone, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Alone?

Alone runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Alone released?

Alone was released on September 18, 2020.

Who directed Alone?

Alone was directed by John Hyams.

More films by John Hyams

Who is in the cast of Alone?

Alone stars Jules Willcox as Jessica, Marc Menchaca as Man and Anthony Heald as Robert, among 13 credited actors.

Where can I watch Alone?

In the US, Alone is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, DistroTV and Fandango at Home Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Alone make at the box office?

Alone grossed $642,502 worldwide ($537,589 domestic, $104,913 international).

How is Alone rated?

Alone has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 70 on Metacritic, 90% on TMDB and 3.0/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Alone have a post-credit scene?

No. Alone has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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