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Instant Karma (2022): Cast & Ratings

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Instant Karma is a 2022 fantasy drama directed by Mitesh Kumar Patel, starring Karl Haas as Harry, Stew Jetson and AC Larkin. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes. Its Echo Score is 29/100.

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Instant Karma (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Genres
Drama , Fantasy , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Instant Karma About?

The premise of Instant Karma without spoilers.

A struggling ride-share driver finds his life unexpectedly changing when his car begins providing him with new and valuable items each day. As he grapples with this sudden fortune, he desperately tries to uncover the source of this mysterious phenomenon and the reason behind his good luck. He must figure out the cause before the magic disappears.

Instant Karma Themes & Keywords

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  • car
  • young
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Cast & crew

Instant Karma Cast & Characters

Karl Haas leads the cast as Harry, with Stew Jetson as Jeff and AC Larkin as Clint. Directed by Mitesh Kumar Patel; 7 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Mitesh Kumar Patel

More films directed by Mitesh Kumar Patel: Woman in the Maze and Child of Satan.

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Ratings

Instant Karma Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 29/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (20).

29 /100

Instant Karma Echo Score Breakdown

Instant Karma is broadly perceived as a deficient film, with the majority of viewers criticizing its technical execution and narrative cohesion. While a few reviewers found the premise interesting and noted occasional visual appeal, these isolated positives cannot offset the pervasive reports of weak direction, poor production values, and uninspired cinematography. The collective sentiment therefore positions the movie firmly in the low‑range of quality, reflecting a limited likelihood of recommendation or repeat viewing.

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

  • Art & Craft 25

    In terms of art and craft, the film is judged largely ineffective, with comments highlighting inadequate direction, low‑budget production design, and unsatisfying editing. A minority of reviewers did acknowledge moments of pleasing color work, but these instances are outweighed by consistent remarks about a lack of visual polish. Consequently, the overall impression of the film's artistic execution remains poor.

  • Character & Emotion 20

    When evaluating character and emotion, the consensus is overwhelmingly negative, emphasizing substandard acting and shallow character development. Reviewers repeatedly described performances as terrible and the character writing as weak, with no substantive praise for chemistry or emotional resonance. This uniform criticism results in a low score for the film's character work.

  • Story & Flow 35

    The story and flow receive mixed feedback; many critics label the plot as incoherent, slow, and riddled with logic gaps, while a few note an intriguing premise and moments of engaging narrative. Although some viewers found the storyline enjoyable overall, the prevailing view points to poor pacing and unsatisfying resolution, positioning the narrative in the lower‑mid range.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    Sensory experience is generally regarded as unremarkable, with limited discussion of sound design or soundtrack and most remarks focusing on visual shortcomings. A single positive note mentions decent color usage, yet this does not counterbalance the broader perception of an underwhelming auditory and visual presentation. The film thus scores modestly on sensory criteria.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Rewatch factor is predominantly low, as reviewers describe the film as a waste of time and unlikely to merit another viewing. Nonetheless, a couple of audience members expressed enjoyment and an interest in revisiting certain scenes, slightly raising the score. Overall, the film's limited appeal and lack of memorable elements result in a modest rewatch rating.

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Instant Karma Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Instant Karma.

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Instant Karma Also Known As

Also known as “Мгновенная карма”.

Also known as
  • Мгновенная карма

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FAQ

Instant Karma FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Instant Karma, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Instant Karma?

Instant Karma runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was Instant Karma released?

Instant Karma was released on July 4, 2022.

Who directed Instant Karma?

Instant Karma was directed by Mitesh Kumar Patel.

More films by Mitesh Kumar Patel

Who is in the cast of Instant Karma?

Instant Karma stars Karl Haas as Harry, Stew Jetson as Jeff and AC Larkin as Clint, among 7 credited actors.

Does Instant Karma have a post-credit scene?

No. Instant Karma has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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