Becky (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Becky is a 2020 action thriller directed by Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott, starring Lulu Wilson as Becky, Kevin James and Joel McHale. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $1 million worldwide on a $5 million budget. Critics gave it 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Directors
- Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Quiver Distribution
- Budget
- $5M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Becky About?
The premise of Becky without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Seeking a respite, a rebellious teenager and her father retreat to a secluded lakeside cabin. Their peaceful getaway is shattered when dangerous convicts, led by the menacing Dominick, unexpectedly invade their haven. What begins as a bonding experience quickly transforms into a thrilling and perilous fight for survival as father and daughter must navigate a chaotic situation and confront the convicts' ruthless intentions.
Becky Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- home invasion
- father daughter relationship
- key
- fiance fiancee relationship
- aryan brotherhood
- escaped prisoner
- murder
- violence
- teenage girl
- stabbed in the eye
- gore
- murder of father
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- swastika tattoo
- ss tattoo
- father daughter trip
- rebellious teen
- widower
- loss of mother
- dog attack
- killing a dog
- one eyed man
- revenge
- orphan
- racism
- mother daughter relationship
- remote house
- lake
- torture
- tough girl
- hostage
- one girl army
- anti heroine
- one against many
- teen angst
- lake house
- murder spree
- teenage girl as protagonist
- protagonist becomes antagonist
- turning the tables
- teenage protagonist
- female protagonist
- character name as title
- father daughter talk
- father daughter hug
- fiance fiancee kiss
- fiance fiancee hug
- characters murdered one by one
- one word title
- female warrior
- eyeball
Becky Cast & Characters
Lulu Wilson leads the cast as Becky, with Kevin James as Dominick and Joel McHale as Jeff. Directed by Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Cary Murnion
- Co-director Jonathan Milott
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Joel McHale as Jeff -
Robert Maillet as Apex
Also Starring in Becky
· 7 more- Ryan McDonald Cole
- James McDougall Hammond
- Amanda Brugel Kayla
- John D. Hickman Sheriff
- Mike Dara Transport Guard #1
- Gage Graham-Arbuthnot Happy Son
- Chandra Muszka
Becky Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Becky 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 62/100, strongest in sensory experience (78) and weakest in story & flow (45).
Becky Echo Score Breakdown
Becky offers a blend of visceral thrills and uneven narrative cohesion. While its bold cinematography and visceral action sequences earn consistent praise, remarks frequently highlight thin character development and a script that often defies logic. The film’s emotional texture and occasional emotional resonance surprise viewers, yet moments of rote dialogue and predictable plot turns temper its impact. Several reviews describe it as a guilty pleasure with fleeting catharsis. Overall, Becky stands as a spirited yet flawed thriller that delivers style more convincingly than substance.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 68
In terms of art and craft, Becky exhibits a sharp and focused visual style. Reviews note the lean direction and dynamic set pieces that heighten its thriller elements. Some sequences showcase inventive shot composition, yet occasional gimmicky effects and a contrived car crash undermine cohesion. Overall, the film’s production design and editing deliver solid momentum with sporadic unevenness.
- Character & Emotion 57
When it comes to character and emotion, Becky features a standout performance from its lead that lends depth to an otherwise thin ensemble. Critics and viewers alike contrast the protagonist’s vibrant portrayal with supporting roles that feel miscast or underdeveloped. The emotional texture surfaces sparingly, offering moments of genuine tension. In sum, character engagement is anchored by a strong central performance amid broader inconsistency.
- Story & Flow 45
In terms of story and flow, Becky oscillates between frenetic action and meandering exposition. Observers point to predictable plot turns and intermittent pacing lulls, noting a lack of narrative logic and limited thematic exploration. While some audiences appreciate its brutal momentum, others find the screenplay’s contradictions and underwritten motivations detract from engagement. Overall, the film’s storyline delivers brief thrills but lacks sustained coherence.
- Sensory Experience 78
In terms of sensory experience, Becky delivers striking visual and auditory cues that emphasize its horror-thriller identity. Reviews commend the intense gore sequences, immersive sound design, and bold cinematography that create memorable tension. Although the soundtrack remains understated, the film’s vivid color palette and visceral effects contribute to a compelling atmosphere. Overall, its sensory elements offer robust stylistic impact despite occasional overindulgence.
- Rewatch Factor 60
When considering rewatch factor, Becky presents a mix of rewarding thrills and fleeting novelty. Some viewers describe it as a guilty pleasure that entertains with its relentless violence, while others note diminishing returns on subsequent viewings due to predictable plot elements. The lead performance and action sequences maintain some repeat appeal, but narrative gaps and uneven execution ultimately limit enduring replay value.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 72% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 57%
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 5.5
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TMDB 63% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
30 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.7 /5
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Becky Plot Summary
What happens in Becky 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
Thirteen-year-old Becky Hooper is under scrutiny as she responds to investigators about a recent incident at her family’s home. Her responses are vague, revealing little as she struggles with memories of the event. Two weeks prior, Becky, a high school student facing bullying, is grappling with the loss of her mother from a year ago. The tension in her relationship with her father, Jeff, is palpable as he attempts to mend their bond through a trip to their lakefront home.
Full summary
The whole story of Becky, scene by scene
Becky Box Office & Budget
Becky grossed $1 million worldwide on a $5 million budget, 21% of what it cost. $1 million came from the US and Canada and $42,173 (4%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1M
21% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $1M
- International
- $42.2K
- Budget
- $5M
Becky Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Becky.
How Well Do You Know Becky?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 9
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- Question 9: not answered
What significant event recently happened to Becky before she went on the trip?
Becky Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “少女殺神” and “我不好惹”.
- Also known as
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- 少女殺神
- 我不好惹
- Бекки
- 벡키
- Беки, ბეკი
- Era uma vez uma menina. . .
- בקי
- بکی
- Беккі
- Kỳ Nghỉ Tồi Tệ
- Bekė
- Bekija
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- BECKY ベッキー
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Movies Like Becky
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Wrath of Becky, Girl and We Kill Them All.
Becky FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Becky, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Becky?
Becky runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Becky released?
Becky was released on June 5, 2020.
Who directed Becky?
Becky was directed by Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott.
More films by Cary Murnion Who is in the cast of Becky?
Becky stars Lulu Wilson as Becky, Kevin James as Dominick and Joel McHale as Jeff, among 11 credited actors.
How much did Becky make at the box office?
Becky grossed $1 million worldwide ($1 million domestic, $42,173 international) on a budget of $5 million.
How is Becky rated?
Becky has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Becky have a post-credit scene?
No. Becky has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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