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Die Alone (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Die Alone is a 2024 horror thriller directed by Lowell Dean, starring Douglas Smith as Ethan, Kimberly-Sue Murray and Carrie-Anne Moss. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $8,504 worldwide on a $7 million budget. IMDb users rate it 5.8/10. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
5.8/10
worldwide gross
$8.5K
Echo Score
65
budget
$7M
Die Alone (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Director
Lowell Dean
Genres
Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
Budget
$7M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Die Alone About?

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

Lost in a world reclaimed by nature and populated by mysterious creatures, a young man named Ethan, suffering from memory loss, journeys through a dangerous landscape searching for his lost love, Emma. His quest takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Mae, a hardened and eccentric survivor. Together, Ethan and Mae face both human and otherworldly threats, ultimately leading to a fateful encounter with Kai that reveals a secret hidden just beyond Ethan's fragmented memories.

Die Alone Themes & Keywords

· 40 tags
  • young
  • amnesiac as protagonist
  • suicide attempt
  • man sedated
  • zombie horror
  • bicycle
  • booby trap
  • scarred face
  • missing wife
  • immortality
  • zombie
  • doctor
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  • solar panel
  • sedative
  • arm cast
  • missing girlfriend
  • zombie as protagonist
  • locket with photograph
  • shooting oneself in the head
  • trip wire
  • unknowingly eating human flesh
  • woman with a facial scar
  • survivalist
  • post apocalypse
  • zombie bite
  • failed suicide attempt
  • heart shaped locket
  • pandemic
  • facial scar
  • amputation
  • male amnesiac
  • suicide by gunshot
  • eating human flesh
  • pedal powered generator
  • revealing one's true identity
  • amnesia
  • flashback
  • shot to death
  • generator
  • plot twist
Where to watch

Where to Watch Die Alone

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Die Alone Cast & Characters

Douglas Smith leads the cast as Ethan, with Kimberly-Sue Murray as Emma and Carrie-Anne Moss as Mae. Directed by Lowell Dean; 9 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Die Alone Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Die Alone 5.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in story & flow (55).

65 /100

Die Alone Echo Score Breakdown

Die Alone delivers a modestly engaging experience that balances originality with uneven execution. The film’s visual style and occasional strong performances elevate an otherwise uneven narrative, while its thematic ambition is offset by pacing inconsistencies. Reviewers note a distinctive premise and competent craft, yet many point to a scattered storyline and limited replay appeal. Overall, the movie lands in the middle of the rating spectrum, reflecting its mixed reception.

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 art and craft, the film showcases competent cinematography and effective production design, especially the plant‑zombie makeup effects. Reviewers praised the visual atmosphere and clean production values, though some noted a sluggish first act and narrow editing choices. The overall technical execution is solid, positioning the aspect in the moderate‑positive range.

  • Character & Emotion 68

    When assessing character and emotion, performances by Carrie‑Anne Moss and supporting actors received commendation for their sincerity and occasional nuance. Some viewers, however, described certain acting as amateurish and noted predictable character arcs. The mixed but generally favorable feedback places the character aspect in the upper‑mid range.

  • Story & Flow 55

    Regarding story and flow, the premise of surviving alone with plant‑based zombies is praised for originality, yet many critics found the narrative disjointed and pacing uneven. Positive remarks highlight surprising twists, while negative comments focus on chaotic dialogue and a flat mid‑point. This balance of praise and criticism results in a lukewarm score.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    The sensory experience is noted for its effective gore, atmospheric isolation, and distinctive visual effects, particularly the plant‑zombie hybrids. Sound design receives little explicit comment, implying no major issues. Positive observations dominate, yielding a moderately strong sensory rating.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    Rewatch value appears mixed; some reviewers anticipate rewarding repeat viewings for genre enthusiasts, while others deem the film unlikely to merit another viewing due to its uneven pacing and limited tension. The net impression suggests modest replay appeal, reflected in a middle‑range score.

Plot

Die Alone Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Die Alone from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a deadly plant-based virus, humanity faces a terrifying fate as it transforms individuals into resilient, zombie-like creatures. In this bleak setting, we meet Ethan, a young man grappling with severe headaches and profound memory loss, who harbors a burning desire to find his missing girlfriend, Emma. Before the chaos unfolded, Emma, a dedicated ER doctor, had tried to escape with Ethan to the safety of a remote cabin, but she soon vanished without a trace.

Full summary

The whole story of Die Alone, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Die Alone Box Office & Budget

Die Alone grossed $8,504 worldwide on a $7 million budget.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$8.5K

International
$8.5K
Budget
$7M
Videos

Die Alone Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Die Alone.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Die Alone?

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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FAQ

Die Alone FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Die Alone, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Die Alone?

Die Alone runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was Die Alone released?

Die Alone was released on October 18, 2024.

Who directed Die Alone?

Die Alone was directed by Lowell Dean.

More films by Lowell Dean

Who is in the cast of Die Alone?

Die Alone stars Douglas Smith as Ethan, Kimberly-Sue Murray as Emma and Carrie-Anne Moss as Mae, among 9 credited actors.

Where can I watch Die Alone?

In the US, Die Alone is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Die Alone make at the box office?

Die Alone grossed $8,504 worldwide on a budget of $7 million.

How is Die Alone rated?

Die Alone has 5.8/10 on IMDb.

Does Die Alone have a post-credit scene?

No. Die Alone has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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