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Blackout (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Blackout is a 2022 action thriller directed by Sam Maccarone, starring Nick Nolte as Ethan McCoy, Josh Duhamel and Abbie Cornish. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes and earned $2,998 worldwide on a $12 million budget. IMDb users rate it 3.9/10.

IMDb rating
3.9/10
worldwide gross
$3K
Echo Score
20
budget
$12M
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Blackout (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 21m (81 min)
Director
Sam Maccarone
Genres
Action , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
Studio
Netflix
Budget
$12M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Blackout About?

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

Stranded in the intense heat of Mexico, a man with amnesia struggles to survive after awakening in the clutches of a powerful cartel. He must fight to piece together his forgotten past while evading ruthless forces and navigating a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As rival factions converge, the stakes escalate, and he races against time to uncover the truth before it’s too late.

Blackout Themes & Keywords

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  • no memory of night before
  • waking up in hospital
  • locked down
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  • hospital gown
  • arizona
  • memory loss
  • gunfire
  • f word
  • one word title
  • suspense
  • electronic music score
  • 2020s
  • no opening credits
  • psychotronic film
  • neo noir
  • explosion
  • exploding car
  • grenade
  • opening action scene
  • one against many
  • two against one
  • amnesia
  • amnesiac
  • flashback
  • revelation
  • dea agent
  • cia agent
  • female agent
  • briefcase
  • macguffin
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  • helicopter
  • swat team
  • armored car
  • reference to the illuminati
  • reference to adam and eve
  • reference to santa claus
  • action hero
  • anti hero
  • one man army
  • tough guy
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Cast & crew

Blackout Cast & Characters

Nick Nolte leads the cast as Ethan McCoy, with Josh Duhamel as Cain and Abbie Cornish as Anna. Directed by Sam Maccarone; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Blackout

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From the director

More from Sam Maccarone

One more film directed by Sam Maccarone: Guest House.

Full filmography
Ratings

Blackout Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Blackout 3.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 20/100, strongest in sensory experience (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).

20 /100

Blackout Echo Score Breakdown

Blackout attempts an action‑thriller premise but delivers a largely unsatisfying experience. Critics and viewers consistently cite a disjointed plot, uninspired direction, and generic performances that undermine any potential excitement. While isolated moments such as a few well‑choreographed fights provide brief relief, they are outweighed by pervasive pacing issues and flat character work. The film ultimately fails to engage, resulting in low rewatch value.

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

  • Art & Craft 20

    ART: The direction and editing suffer from a lack of cohesion, with critics noting sub‑par screenplay handling and excessive camera cuts that disrupt visual flow. Production design offers little distinction, and cinematography fails to elevate the generic set pieces. Though the fight choreography shows occasional flair, the overall craftsmanship remains uneven and poorly executed.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    CHARACTER: Performances are widely criticized as wooden and lacking depth, with reviews describing the cast as delivering forced, unconvincing portrayals. Chemistry between leads is reported as absent, and character motivations appear underdeveloped. A few actors, such as Josh Duhamel and Abbie Cornish, receive modest praise for occasional engagement, but the collective acting fails to generate emotional resonance.

  • Story & Flow 20

    STORY: The narrative is repeatedly labeled as dimwitted and predictably sloppily plotted, riddled with plot holes and clichéd set‑ups. Reviewers note a lack of original ideas and a pacing that drags during prolonged, uninspired action sequences. While the underlying premise holds modest intrigue, execution flaws render the overall story forgettable and difficult to follow.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    SENSORY: The film’s audio and visual texture receives minimal attention, with reviewers highlighting excessive slow‑motion and jarring camera cuts that distract rather than enhance. No commentary is offered on the soundtrack, suggesting it is unremarkable. Overall, the sensory experience is marred by technical missteps that prevent a cohesive stylistic impression.

  • Rewatch Factor 15

    REWATCH: Audience feedback overwhelmingly advises against repeat viewings, citing the film’s forgettable plot, tedious pacing, and lack of engaging moments. Even viewers who acknowledge occasional entertaining fight scenes find them insufficient to warrant a second watch. Consequently, the rewatch factor is low, reflecting minimal lasting appeal.

Plot

Blackout Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Blackout 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

Ethan McCoy, portrayed by Nick Nolte, works for the DEA and is conducting a search within a desolate, burned-down house, on the lookout for Cain, played by Josh Duhamel. After failing to find any leads, he instructs his DEA team to locate Cain at all costs. In a dramatic turn of events, we see Cain escaping the house mere moments before it explodes, pursued by a group of armed attackers, resulting in his car being blown up as he flees.

Full summary

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

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Box office

Blackout Box Office & Budget

Blackout grossed $2,998 worldwide on a $12 million budget.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$3K

International
$3K
Budget
$12M
Videos

Blackout Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Blackout.

Blackout - Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Blackout?

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 Blackout

13 cars on screen, including the 2018 Chevrolet Aveo and the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.

All 13 cars
  • 2018 Chevrolet Aveo in Blackout 2018 Chevrolet Aveo Important role
  • 2007 Chevrolet Suburban in Blackout 2007 Chevrolet Suburban Important role
  • 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu in Blackout 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Minor role
  • 2006 Chevrolet Optra in Blackout 2006 Chevrolet Optra Minor role

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FAQ

Blackout FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Blackout?

Blackout runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

When was Blackout released?

Blackout was released on October 1, 2022.

Who directed Blackout?

Blackout was directed by Sam Maccarone.

More films by Sam Maccarone

Who is in the cast of Blackout?

Blackout stars Nick Nolte as Ethan McCoy, Josh Duhamel as Cain and Abbie Cornish as Anna, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Blackout make at the box office?

Blackout grossed $2,998 worldwide on a budget of $12 million.

How is Blackout rated?

Blackout has 3.9/10 on IMDb and 2.9/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Blackout have a post-credit scene?

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

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