Anna (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Anna is a 2019 action thriller directed by Luc Besson, starring Sasha Luss as Anna, Eric Godon and Alexander Petrov. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $31.6 million worldwide on a $30.7 million budget. Critics gave it 34% on Rotten Tomatoes and 40 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 59m (119 min)
- Director
- Luc Besson
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Summit Entertainment
- Budget
- $30.7M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Anna About?
The premise of Anna without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Anna works as a saleswoman in Russia before unexpectedly becoming an international fashion icon. However, behind her glamorous image lies a dark secret: she leads a double life as a highly sought-after assassin. Balancing the worlds of high fashion and dangerous contracts, Anna navigates a complex web of intrigue and deadly missions.
Anna Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- model
- assassin
- moscow russia
- paris france
- femme fatale
- kgb
- severed finger
- kgb agent
- chess
- disguise
- one woman army
- spy
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- mexican standoff
- nonlinear timeline
- flashback
- car accident
- telephone call
- vacation
- murder
- betrayal
- hotel
- undercover
- silenced pistol
- pantyhose
- black pantyhose
- stockings
- black stockings
- female protagonist
- cold war
- apartment
- photo shoot
- sex scene
- laptop computer
- anachronism
- atm
- police chase
- playing chess
- snow
- gun
- unloaded gun
- cigarette smoking
- phone booth
- telephone booth
- camera
- view through video camera
- cia agent
- interrogation
- milan italy
- hidden gun
- wristwatch
Anna Cast & Characters
Sasha Luss leads the cast as Anna, with Eric Godon as Vassiliev and Alexander Petrov as Piotr. Directed by Luc Besson; 11 actors are credited in all.
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Director Luc Besson
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Eric Godon as Vassiliev - Alexander Petrov as Piotr
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Luke Evans as Alex Tchenkov
Also Starring in Anna
· 7 more- Helen Mirren Olga
- Lera Abova Maude
- Cillian Murphy Lenny Miller
- Aleksey Maslodudov Jimmy
- Nikita Pavlenko Vlad
- Anna Krippa Nika
- Sasha Petrov
Anna Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Anna 34% on Rotten Tomatoes and 40 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 57/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in story & flow (45).
Anna Echo Score Breakdown
Anna presents a mix of polished action and narrative unevenness that yields a compelling yet flawed viewing experience. The film exhibits professional craftsmanship through slick set pieces and a stylized visual approach, but its nonlinear structure and shallow character exploration undermine sustained engagement. Performances by the lead and supporting cast add occasional emotional resonance, even as plot predictability diminishes tension. While the score and sound design heighten key moments, the overall impact remains moderate, delivering entertainment without significant lasting impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
Direction feels competent but lacks ambition. Cinematography is slick but leans on generic action motifs. Set pieces are polished, yet editing choices undermine narrative rhythm. Production design conveys period authenticity but seldom surprises. In sum, the craft displays professional sheen without bold creativity, resulting in an art form that works but rarely stands out.
- Character & Emotion 60
In terms of character depth, performances are serviceable but seldom resonate on an emotional level. The lead delivers a poised presence, while supporting players contribute brief sparks of intrigue. Dialogue often skims surface motivations, limiting empathy and emotional engagement. Overall, the portrayals provide occasional flair without sustained depth or strong emotional investment.
- Story & Flow 45
When it comes to plot coherence and flow, the frequent timeline jumps disrupt narrative clarity and pacing. The underlying premise of espionage intrigue has engaging moments but is hampered by predictable twists and structural fragmentation. Ambitious nonlinear structure yields intermittent tension yet undercuts sustained engagement. Ultimately, the story operates on formulaic beats that struggle to maintain consistent momentum.
- Sensory Experience 70
In terms of sensory experience, the film delivers stylized visuals with a polished color palette and crisp action choreography. The score punctuates set pieces effectively, while sound design amplifies the intensity of gunfights and chase sequences. Visual effects enhance key moments, though they occasionally feel overproduced. Overall, the film’s sensory elements create an immersive but occasionally overwhelming atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Regarding rewatch value, the film offers moments of kinetic energy and stylish action that may reward a second viewing. Some viewers may appreciate revisiting set-piece choreography and structural puzzles, while character and narrative shortcomings may lessen repeat enjoyment. The soundtrack retains appeal, yet the lack of deeper thematic layers could limit lasting interest. In short, its replay potential is moderate rather than enduring.
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IMDb 6.7 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 34% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 81%
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Metacritic 40 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 67% User score
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Movie Insider 3.1 /5
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Anna Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Anna from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1985, amidst the shadows of Moscow, the relentless KGB, led by Vassiliev, embarks on a chilling mission to eliminate several CIA operatives working within Russian borders. In a gruesome display of power, the severed heads of these agents are sent to the US Embassy as a stark warning.
Fast forward three years later, we meet Anna (Sasha Luss), a strikingly beautiful woman trapped in a cycle of domestic abuse, sufferings inflicted by her boyfriend Petyr (Alexander Petrov). Anna finds herself devoid of purpose and nearly gives up on life. Pressured into stealing money from the credit cards of a kidnapped foreigner, she initially resists but is ultimately beaten into submission by Petyr.
Full summary
The whole story of Anna, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Anna Box Office & Budget
Anna grossed $31.6 million worldwide on a $30.7 million budget, 1.0 times what it cost. $7.7 million came from the US and Canada and $23.9 million (76%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$31.6M
1.0× its budget
- US & Canada
- $7.7M
- International
- $23.9M
- Budget
- $30.7M
Anna Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Anna.
How Well Do You Know Anna?
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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What organization does Anna ultimately work for after being coerced into espionage?
Cars in Anna
27 cars on screen, including the BMW 7 E38 and the 1978 GAZ 24 Volga.
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BMW 7 E38 Important role -
1978 GAZ 24 Volga Important role -
1999 Lada Niva 21213 Important role -
1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W124 Important role
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Anna FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Anna, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Anna?
Anna runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
When was Anna released?
Anna was released on June 21, 2019.
Who directed Anna?
Anna was directed by Luc Besson.
More films by Luc Besson Who is in the cast of Anna?
Anna stars Sasha Luss as Anna, Eric Godon as Vassiliev and Alexander Petrov as Piotr, among 11 credited actors.
How much did Anna make at the box office?
Anna grossed $31.6 million worldwide ($7.7 million domestic, $23.9 million international) on a budget of $30.7 million.
How is Anna rated?
Anna has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 34% on Rotten Tomatoes, 40 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
Does Anna have a post-credit scene?
No. Anna has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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