Elevation (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Elevation is a 2024 action thriller directed by George Nolfi, starring Anthony Mackie as Will, Morena Baccarin and Danny Boyd Jr.. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $3.7 million worldwide on a $18 million budget. Critics gave it 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- George Nolfi
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Lyrical Media
- Budget
- $18M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Elevation About?
The premise of Elevation without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Humanity now clings to survival in the high mountains, above 8000 feet, as the lower altitudes are overrun by the creatures responsible for the near extinction of the human population less than three years prior. When a father is forced to descend below that altitude to save his young son, he faces a desperate struggle against both the dangerous environment and the hostile beings that inhabit it.
Elevation Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- forest
- alien
- mountains
- horses
- mountain
- hospital
- lack of oxygen
- hunting
- radio
- candle
- mac and cheese
- shooting
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- filter
- drinking
- pirate flag
- tunnels
- gun
- map
- road
- hiking
- ski lift
- lodge
- railway
- cave
- ladder
- lamb
- fireplace
- religion
- bullet
- lab
- dead wife
- dead mother
- scientist
- merged from the ground
- sick child
- ax
- stairs
- oxygen tank explosion
- laboratory
- buffalo
- college degree
- husband wife relationship
- family relationships
- father son relationship
- college
- batteries
- chemical testing
- car crash
- running
- flat tire
Elevation Cast & Characters
Anthony Mackie leads the cast as Will, with Morena Baccarin as Nina and Danny Boyd Jr. as Hunter. Directed by George Nolfi; 5 actors are credited in all.
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Director George Nolfi
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Danny Boyd Jr. as Hunter -
Maddie Hasson as Katie
Also Starring in Elevation
· 1 more- Drexel Malkoff Nina's Son
Elevation Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Elevation 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 61/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).
Elevation Echo Score Breakdown
Elevation delivers a serviceable post-apocalyptic thriller that competently handles its premise but rarely transcends genre conventions. Critics highlight solid craftsmanship and succinct thrills within its ninety-minute runtime, while noting its reliance on familiar tropes and limited narrative depth. Viewers praise sound and visual design yet express frustration with predictable plotting and underdeveloped characters. Although the film maintains engagement through effective pacing and atmosphere, its uninventive storyline and superficial character work hold it back.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 80
In terms of cinematography and production design, Elevation demonstrates consistent technical proficiency. Reviewers commend the evocative lighting, strong location work, and cohesive visual style that establish the high-altitude setting. The direction and editing maintain clarity and momentum through the film’s concise structure. These strengths in Art & Craft lend the film an assured aesthetic, even if it does not break new ground in visual innovation.
- Character & Emotion 60
When it comes to Character & Emotion, the performances are serviceable but yield mixed results. Anthony Mackie and Morena Baccarin deliver measured portrayals with occasional emotional resonance, but several supporting figures lack depth. Observers note clear chemistry in key moments contrasted by monotone delivery and underwritten backgrounds. Overall, the acting quality sustains audience interest without fully engaging on a deeper emotional level.
- Story & Flow 50
Regarding Story & Flow, Elevation delivers a concise narrative with uneven originality. The pacing remains taut and maintains forward momentum, but the plot relies heavily on familiar genre tropes and predictable twists. Engagement fluctuates as scenes of genuine suspense alternate with underdeveloped world-building and continuity lapses. Consequently, the storyline sustains basic coherence but stops short of offering a novel or deeply engaging unfolding.
- Sensory Experience 70
In terms of Sensory Experience, the film earns praise for its sound design and musical cues that amplify tension. The deliberate audio choices, from creature sounds to ambient noise, consistently draw viewers into the high-altitude environment. Visual styling, including color grading and practical effects, reinforces a cohesive atmosphere. Minor misalignments in sound effects do not substantially detract from the overall immersive sensory impact.
- Rewatch Factor 45
When it comes to Rewatch Factor, the film’s limited narrative depth and predictable structure reduce its long-term appeal. Although the brisk runtime and occasional suspenseful moments encourage initial engagement, few scenes invite return viewings or deeper analysis. Viewers note that the lack of character development and originality diminishes replay value. As a result, Elevation offers modest short-term enjoyment but limited lasting resonance.
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IMDb 5.7 /10
31137 votes
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Metacritic 50 Metascore
User score 5.0
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TMDB 64% User score
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Elevation Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Elevation 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 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Three years prior to the unfolding events, Reapers, enigmatic apex predators, burst forth from subterranean sinkholes, decimating the majority of the human population. The few remaining survivors have since taken refuge in isolated communities, established at altitudes of 8,000 feet or more — heights untouched by these terrifying creatures. One such haven is Lost Gulch Refuge, nestled within the majestic Front Range of Colorado. Here, we find Will, portrayed by Anthony Mackie, a devoted single father grappling with grief over the loss of his wife, Tara, who fell victim to the Reapers during a perilous expedition alongside Nina, a former scientist played by Morena Baccarin. Their mission was to uncover the weaknesses of these nightmarish beings.
Full summary
The whole story of Elevation, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Elevation Box Office & Budget
Elevation grossed $3.7 million worldwide on a $18 million budget, 21% of what it cost. $2.3 million came from the US and Canada and $1.4 million (37%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$3.7M
21% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $2.3M
- International
- $1.4M
- Budget
- $18M
Elevation Trailers & Videos
5 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser and 2 clips.
- Trailer UK Trailer
- Teaser Official Teaser
- Clip First Attack on the Trio
- Clip Chase
How Well Do You Know Elevation?
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
What are the apex predators in 'Elevation' called?
Cars in Elevation
7 cars on screen, including the 2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty and the AM General HMMWV M1044.
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2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty Important role -
AM General HMMWV M1044 Minor role -
2019 Chevrolet Malibu Background role -
1999 Chrysler 300 M Background role
Elevation Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “ارتفاعات” and “高处营救”.
- Also known as
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- ارتفاعات
- 高处营救
- 高地營救
- Хищные земли
- Elevation - Don’t go down without a fight
- Criaturas: Línea de extinción
- ELEVAÇÃO
- Strefa
- הקו האחרון
- Hranice přežití
- อสุรกายขย้ำ 8000 ฟุต
- Мертві землі
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- ارتفاع
- A Linha da Extinção
- Hranica prežitia
- Halálszint felett
- 엘리베이션, სიმაღლე
- Възвишение
- Uzvišenje
- La limita supraviețuirii
- Elevation - Linha de Perigo
- Quái Vật Từ Lòng Đất
- Območje preživetja
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Articles About Elevation
Our article about Elevation: “Elevation (2024) Review: Critics' and Fans' Opinions on Reception and Storytelling”.
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Elevation FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Elevation, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Elevation?
Elevation runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Elevation released?
Elevation was released on November 8, 2024.
Who directed Elevation?
Elevation was directed by George Nolfi.
More films by George Nolfi Who is in the cast of Elevation?
Elevation stars Anthony Mackie as Will, Morena Baccarin as Nina and Danny Boyd Jr. as Hunter, among 5 credited actors.
How much did Elevation make at the box office?
Elevation grossed $3.7 million worldwide ($2.3 million domestic, $1.4 million international) on a budget of $18 million.
How is Elevation rated?
Elevation has 5.7/10 on IMDb, 50 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.
Does Elevation have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Elevation has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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