Armand (2025): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Armand is a 2025 drama starring Renate Reinsve as Elisabeth and Ellen Dorrit Petersen. It runs 1 hour 56 minutes and earned $972,518 worldwide on a $22 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including First-Time Feature Film at the DGA Awards 2025. Critics gave it 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 56m (116 min)
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Norwegian
- Studio
- Eye Eye Pictures
- Budget
- $22M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Armand About?
The premise of Armand without spoilers.
Following allegations made against her at a late-night parent-teacher meeting, actress Elisabeth finds herself embroiled in a complex and increasingly tense situation between parents and school staff. As she attempts to discover the truth, she navigates the unsettling atmosphere of empty school rooms and dark corridors, uncovering a web of accusations and a chaotic struggle for resolution.
Armand Themes & Keywords
· 7 tags- school
- elementary school
- psychological drama
- friend
- best friend
- little boy
- 6 year old
Armand Cast & Characters
Renate Reinsve leads the cast as Elisabeth, with Ellen Dorrit Petersen as Sarah.
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Renate Reinsve as Elisabeth -
Ellen Dorrit Petersen as Sarah
Armand Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Armand 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 62/100, strongest in character & emotion (82) and weakest in story & flow (45).
Armand Echo Score Breakdown
In its balance of atmospheric imagery and measured performances, Armand delivers a mixed experience. The film’s deliberate pacing and soft-spoken tone create a haunting mood, yet it often lingers into narrative lethargy that undercuts its initial intrigue. Performances by the lead cast provide emotional depth even as the satiric psychodrama veers into pretentious territory. Visually arresting moments and an inventive tone sustain interest, but overextension and an uneven climax weaken the payoff. Overall, the film stands as a moderately engaging art drama with notable highs and persistent flaws.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
In terms of direction and visual design, Armand exhibits striking composition and deliberate framing. Measured camera movements and an understated color palette establish a disquieting atmosphere. However, the pacing and editing sometimes temper suspense, leading to moments where the film breaks its chilling spell. Ultimately, the art direction impresses visually but wavers in sustaining momentum.
- Character & Emotion 82
When it comes to acting and emotional resonance, the cast delivers compelling work. The lead performances project nuanced interiority and shifting allegiances with authenticity and depth. Supporting roles contribute vivid emotional moments that anchor the satiric undertones. While some character arcs feel underexplored, the overall ensemble creates a richly engaging emotional core.
- Story & Flow 45
In terms of plot and pacing, the narrative offers an intriguing premise but struggles with coherence. The film’s satiric psychodrama reveals moments of originality, yet it often succumbs to narrative lethargy and uneven progression. Surreal flourishes intermittently disrupt engagement, and the ambiguous climax can feel unresolved. Overall, the story maintains interest but lacks consistent momentum.
- Sensory Experience 70
When it comes to sensory experience, Armand presents a distinctive visual style and a disquieting soundscape. Striking visual flourishes and an understated soundtrack create a dreamlike atmosphere. Sound design and occasional jazz-infused sequences enhance immersion. Even so, the restrained audio moments can undercut tension. The sensory elements are compelling but not uniformly sustained.
- Rewatch Factor 50
In terms of rewatch value, the film offers memorable visual moments that linger upon reflection. The atmospheric tone and strong performances encourage subsequent viewings to unpack nuanced details. However, the slow pacing and narrative gaps may reduce enjoyment on repeat watches. While certain scenes reward additional attention, the overall experience remains moderately compelling rather than highly rewatchable.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
4736 votes
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Metacritic 62 Metascore
User score 7.3
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TMDB 63% User score
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Armand Box Office & Budget
Armand grossed $972,518 worldwide on a $22 million budget. $109,061 came from the US and Canada and $863,457 (89%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$972.5K
- US & Canada
- $109.1K
- International
- $863.5K
- Budget
- $22M
Armand Awards & Nominations
Armand earned 1 award nomination, including First-Time Feature Film at the DGA Awards 2025.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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DGA Awards 2025 1 nomination- Nominated First-Time Feature Film
Armand Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 2 trailers and 2 featurettes.
- Trailer Official Trailer
- Featurette Halfdan Ullmann Tøndell on ARMAND
- Featurette ARMAND Is Inspired by 12 ANGRY MEN | TIFF
Armand Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “모든 것은 아르망에서 시작되었다” and “La convocation”.
- Also known as
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- 모든 것은 아르망에서 시작되었다
- La convocation
- 阿曼德
- La tutoría (Armand)
- Арман
- Una Acusación Peligrosa
- La tutoria
- Арманд
- Ενημέρωση Γονέων
- Vanhempainilta
- Armandas
- Armand e os Limites das Famílias
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- 阿蒙怎麼了?
- ארמנד
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Articles About Armand
Our article about Armand: “Armand (2025) - Critics' Reviews and Fan Opinions on Reception and Storytelling”.
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Armand FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards, post-credit scenes and language of Armand, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Armand?
Armand runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
When was Armand released?
Armand was released on February 7, 2025.
Who is in the cast of Armand?
Armand stars Renate Reinsve as Elisabeth and Ellen Dorrit Petersen as Sarah.
How much did Armand make at the box office?
Armand grossed $972,518 worldwide ($109,061 domestic, $863,457 international) on a budget of $22 million.
How is Armand rated?
Armand has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 62 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Was Armand nominated for any awards?
Armand received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Armand have a post-credit scene?
No. Armand has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Armand in?
The original language of Armand is Norwegian.
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