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Drop (2025): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Drop is a 2025 drama thriller directed by Christopher Landon, starring Brandon Sklenar as Henry, Meghann Fahy and Michael Shea. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes and earned $28.7 million worldwide on a $11 million budget. Critics gave it 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 65 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

IMDb rating
6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
worldwide gross
$28.7M
Echo Score
73
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Drop (2025) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 25m (85 min)
Genres
Drama , Mystery , Thriller
Original language
English
Budget
$11M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Drop About?

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

A widowed mother, Violet, anticipates a pleasant evening on a date with the charming Henry at an upscale restaurant. Her hopes for a nice outing are shattered when she begins receiving threatening phone messages from an unidentified person. The mysterious figure demands she kill Henry to protect her young son and sister, plunging her into a terrifying ordeal.

Drop Themes & Keywords

· 41 tags
  • whodunit
  • whodunnit mystery
  • hitchcockian thriller
  • threatening behaviour
  • red herring
  • title spoken in dialogue
  • broken mirror
  • stabbed with a shard of mirror
  • chicago illinois
  • date
  • dating
  • widow
+29 more
  • threats
  • one word title
  • waiter
  • child in jeopardy
  • death of husband
  • masked man
  • violence
  • pianist
  • child in peril
  • marital abuse
  • first date
  • hockey puck
  • tequila
  • widowed mother
  • poisoned drink
  • poisoned food
  • single mother
  • blind date
  • shot in the shoulder
  • hanging out a window
  • thrown into a mirror
  • suicide by gunshot
  • suicide
  • gun held under chin
  • restaurant
  • tower restaurant
  • title spoken by character
  • female protagonist
  • reference to pink frog
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Cast & crew

Drop Cast & Characters

Brandon Sklenar leads the cast as Henry, with Meghann Fahy as Violet and Michael Shea as Blake. Directed by Christopher Landon; 16 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Drop

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Ratings

Drop Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Drop 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 65 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 73/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (60).

73 /100

Drop Echo Score Breakdown

The film offers taut suspense and strong technical execution but is undermined at times by contrivances in its plotting. Across multiple reviews, commentators praised the precise editing, dynamic cinematography, and committed performances that maintain tension from start to finish. However, many noted that the story’s occasional logical gaps and predictable twists reduce its narrative cohesion. The balance of energetic style and narrative shortcomings yields a moderately favorable impression that straddles the line between engaging B-movie thrills and noticeable flaws.

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

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of visual craftsmanship, the film excels with precise camera work and crisp editing that enhance its suspenseful tone. Reviewers highlighted dynamic shot composition, clean cuts, and thoughtful production choices that sustain momentum. The artful use of framing and pacing consistently supports the thriller elements. Overall, the technical polish stands out as a clear strength.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    When it comes to character development, the leads deliver engaging and committed performances that anchor the narrative. Meghann Fahy’s portrayal conveys vulnerability and determination, while Brandon Sklenar provides effective chemistry. Some observations note limited depth for secondary roles and uneven emotional stakes in the third act. Ultimately, the strong central performances maintain audience investment.

  • Story & Flow 60

    In terms of narrative structure, the film maintains brisk pacing with suspenseful setups and thematic urgency. The blend of modern technology and classic thriller motifs generates engaging moments and palpable tension. Yet several reviewers pointed to contrived twists, logical inconsistencies, and an obvious climax that dilute the plot’s coherence. Overall, the story delivers excitement tempered by predictability.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When focusing on sensory elements, the film achieves a claustrophobic atmosphere through a tense sound design and a minimalist score that heightens unease. The contrast between quiet first-date moments and sudden bursts of violence underscores the emotional stakes. Visual consistency in lighting and color palette further amplifies suspense. Overall, the sensory experience is immersive and invigorating.

  • Rewatch Factor 65

    Regarding rewatch potential, the film offers enough stylistic flair and suspense to merit additional viewings for atmosphere and technical study. The tight runtime and sustained tension retain interest, though narrative predictability and recurring plot devices limit fresh discoveries upon revisiting. In sum, the movie provides a diverting experience but with modest lasting appeal.

Plot

Drop Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Drop from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film begins with a harrowing scene where Violet Gates, played by Meghann Fahy, is brutally attacked by her husband, Blake (Michael Shea). In a tense moment, she finds herself holding a gun as Blake urges her to shoot him. As the tension peaks with Violet’s scream and her finger hovering over the trigger, the screen fades to black.

Full summary

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

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Box office

Drop Box Office & Budget

Drop grossed $28.7 million worldwide on a $11 million budget, 2.6 times what it cost. $16.6 million came from the US and Canada and $12.1 million (42%) from the rest of the world.

2025 box office

Worldwide gross

$28.7M

2.6× its budget

US & Canada
$16.6M
International
$12.1M
Budget
$11M
US & Canada 58% Rest of the world 42%
Videos

Drop Trailers & Videos

11 videos: 2 trailers, 4 teasers, 1 clip, 1 featurette and 3 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 11 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer 2
  • Teaser 15 Drop Is Review Vertical
  • Teaser 30 ConnectSuspect
  • Teaser Exclusively in theaters Friday
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Drop?

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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Details

Drop Also Known As

31 alternative titles, including “Trollée” and “Igra straha”.

Also known as
  • Trollée
  • Igra straha
  • Date Katlani
  • Przyjmij/odrzuć
  • 드롭
  • La cita
  • Drop Game
  • Drop: Kabul Et veya Reddet
  • รับคำสั่งตาย
  • Przyjmij / Odrzuć
  • 隔空投送
  • Buổi Hẹn Hò Kinh Hoàng
+19 more
  • דייט קטלני
  • Drop: Ameaça Anônima
  • Drop: Amenaza anónima
  • Drop - Tödliches Date
  • Gyilkos randi
  • Фатальний меседж
  • 奪命狂DATE
  • Drop - Accetta o rifiuta
  • Zabitý večer
  • 無線殺機
  • Дроп
  • Srhljiva sporočila
  • Nāvējošais randiņš
  • Tappev kohting
  • Смъртоносно известие
  • Drop - Número Desconhecido
  • رهایی
  • Игра страха
  • Jocul Terorii, ვარდნა

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FAQ

Drop FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Drop?

Drop runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

When was Drop released?

Drop was released on April 11, 2025.

Who directed Drop?

Drop was directed by Christopher Landon.

More films by Christopher Landon

Who is in the cast of Drop?

Drop stars Brandon Sklenar as Henry, Meghann Fahy as Violet and Michael Shea as Blake, among 16 credited actors.

How much did Drop make at the box office?

Drop grossed $28.7 million worldwide ($16.6 million domestic, $12.1 million international) on a budget of $11 million.

How is Drop rated?

Drop has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.

Does Drop have a post-credit scene?

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

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