Behind You (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Behind You is a 2020 horror film directed by Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon, starring Philip Brodie as Charles, Addy Miller and Elizabeth Birkner. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $1.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 6% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Directors
- Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Vertical Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Behind You About?
The premise of Behind You without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
While staying with their estranged aunt, two young sisters discover that all the mirrors in her house have been covered. Curiosity leads one of them to uncover a mirror in the basement, inadvertently unleashing a malevolent demon with a dark past. The sisters must then confront the supernatural threat and unravel the mystery of their aunt’s home.
Behind You Themes & Keywords
· 20 tags- demon
- mirror
- old house
- book on necromancy
- peanut allergy
- chant
- locked basement
- sister sister relationship
- stuffed rabbit
- gardener
- dead mother
- possession
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- missing father
- broken mirror
- music box
- escape attempt
- possessed child
- pistol
- covered mirror
- aunt niece relationship
Behind You Cast & Characters
Philip Brodie leads the cast as Charles, with Addy Miller as Olivia and Elizabeth Birkner as Claire. Directed by Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon; 12 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Andrew Mecham
- Co-director Matthew Whedon
- Philip Brodie as Charles
- Addy Miller as Olivia
- Elizabeth Birkner as Claire
- Aimee-Lynn Chadwick as Camilla
Also Starring in Behind You
· 8 more- Charan Prabhakar Officer Nair
- James C. Morris Demon
- Skyler M. Day Young Rachel
- Caroline Labrum Young Beth
- Sterling Evans Young Charles
- Kory Abreu Deputy
- Sienna Carlson Young Angela
- Jan Broberg Felt
More from Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon
One more film directed by Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon: The Nameless Days.
Behind You Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Behind You 6% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 45/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in story & flow (20).
Behind You Echo Score Breakdown
Behind You struggles to engage due to its uneven narrative and underdeveloped characters despite occasional visual strengths. The film’s pacing suffers from repetitive sequences and predictable plot turns, which many found uninspired. However, the modest atmosphere and sporadic effective effects offer brief moments of tension. While cinematography and design are competent, they rarely elevate the material. The net impression is a largely forgettable horror experience with only minimal redeeming qualities.
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 visual craft, the film shows competence in its framing and occasional striking imagery. Direction maintains a coherent look, and production design supports the haunted house setting with modest authenticity. Editing is functional but does little to heighten suspense. Overall, the art direction is serviceable but lacks distinctive flair.
- Character & Emotion 45
When it comes to character development, the film falls short in delivering depth or emotional resonance. Performances are uneven and often feel uninspired, leading to minimal chemistry among the cast. Dialogue offers few memorable moments, and roles lack clear motivation. The net result is underwhelming character engagement that limits audience investment.
- Story & Flow 20
In terms of narrative structure, the plot proceeds predictably and offers limited originality. Pacing is uneven, punctuated by repetitive sequences that diminish suspense over time. Exposition relies heavily on familiar tropes without fresh twists, and emotional stakes remain underdeveloped. Overall, the story’s lack of coherence and innovation results in a flat progression.
- Sensory Experience 65
When considering the sensory experience, the film delivers modest atmosphere through sound design and occasional eerie effects. The soundtrack provides tension in key moments, though it seldom surprises. Visual style is cohesive but restrained, offering few standout sequences. Overall, the sensory elements support the mood adequately but contribute limited immersive impact.
- Rewatch Factor 35
In terms of rewatch value, the film offers minimal incentive for repeated viewings. Limited narrative complexity and predictable scares reduce its lasting appeal. While certain atmospheric moments may engage first-time viewers, few sequences warrant revisiting. Overall, the movie lacks the layered detail or tension necessary to sustain interest beyond an initial screening.
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IMDb 4.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 6% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 26%
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Metacritic 38 Metascore
User score 3.9
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TMDB 45% User score
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Letterboxd 1.9 /5
1 ratings
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Behind You Plot Summary
What happens in Behind You from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The narrative unfolds in 1979, starting with Beth and her boyfriend, Charles, sharing a quiet moment in her room while her younger sister wanders the house. The tranquility is abruptly shattered when Beth hears her sister scream. Rushing with Charles to find her, they discover her transfixed by a mirror, pointing at something unseen. Suddenly, a pair of hands reaches out and grabs her.
Full summary
The whole story of Behind You, scene by scene
Behind You Box Office
Behind You grossed $1.3 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.3M
- International
- $1.3M
Behind You Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Behind You.
How Well Do You Know Behind You?
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
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- Question 10: not answered
In what year does the main story of 'Behind You' take place?
Cars in Behind You
4 cars on screen, including the 2013 Ford Escape and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
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2013 Ford Escape Important role -
2013 Lincoln MKZ Important role -
2013 Ford Police Interceptor Minor role -
2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Background role
Behind You Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Зеркала: Реинкарнация” and “У тебя за спиной”.
- Also known as
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- Зеркала: Реинкарнация
- У тебя за спиной
- За тобою
- 비하인드 유
- Зеркала: Инкарнация
- Зад теб
- 小心身后
- Дзеркала
- 捉魂鏡
- A tükör mögött
- Za lustrem
- מאחוריך
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- Hầm Quỷ
- Korku Evi
- ซ่อนเงาผี
Seen Behind You?
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Behind You FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Behind You, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Behind You?
Behind You runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Behind You released?
Behind You was released on April 17, 2020.
Who directed Behind You?
Behind You was directed by Andrew Mecham and Matthew Whedon.
More films by Andrew Mecham Who is in the cast of Behind You?
Behind You stars Philip Brodie as Charles, Addy Miller as Olivia and Elizabeth Birkner as Claire, among 12 credited actors.
How much did Behind You make at the box office?
Behind You grossed $1.3 million worldwide.
How is Behind You rated?
Behind You has 4.2/10 on IMDb, 6% on Rotten Tomatoes, 38 on Metacritic and 45% on TMDB.
Does Behind You have a post-credit scene?
No. Behind You has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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