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Levels (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Levels is a 2024 action thriller starring Peter Mooney as Joe, David Hewlett and Cara Gee. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $72,385 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 5.0/10.

IMDb rating
5.0/10
worldwide gross
$72.4K
Echo Score
63
Levels (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genres
Action , Sci-Fi , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Levels About?

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

After witnessing his girlfriend's murder, a man risks everything - including reality itself - to discover the truth.

Levels Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • reality
  • man
  • artificial intelligence sci fi
  • cyberpunk sci fi
Cast & crew

Levels Cast & Characters

Peter Mooney leads the cast as Joe, with David Hewlett as Oliver and Cara Gee as Ash.

Also Starring in Levels

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Ratings

Levels Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Levels 5.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 63/100, strongest in character & emotion (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (55).

63 /100

Levels Echo Score Breakdown

Levels delivers a visually striking sci‑fi premise that garners praise for its concept, imaginative worlds, and occasional strong performances. Reviewers commend the ambitious storytelling and moments of compelling twists, yet many note uneven pacing, a screenplay that tells rather than shows, and inconsistent CGI quality that weaken the experience. The film’s ambitious ideas generate interest, but technical and narrative shortcomings limit its overall impact, resulting in a mixed but modestly favorable impression.

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

  • Art & Craft 60

    In terms of visual craftsmanship, the film showcases impressive and often beautiful imagery that impressed several viewers. However, frequent remarks about clunky execution and subpar CGI reveal noticeable technical flaws. The production design receives commendation, yet the editing and overall polish were described as uneven. Consequently, the artistic execution is assessed as moderately strong but hampered by noticeable shortcomings.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When evaluating character work, performances garnered consistent approval, especially the chemistry between the leads and a memorable villain portrayal. Reviewers highlighted nuanced interactions and effective emotional beats. While no major criticisms of acting surfaced, some viewers felt the depth of characters could have been expanded. Overall, the character dimension is viewed as a clear strength that elevates the film.

  • Story & Flow 68

    The narrative premise of parallel realities and simulation theory earned commendation for its originality and intellectual ambition. Several reviewers enjoyed the plot twists and conceptual depth. Nonetheless, criticisms centered on a screenplay that often over‑explains, uneven pacing, and a tendency to tell rather than show key ideas. The story therefore stands out as inventive yet marred by execution gaps.

  • Sensory Experience 62

    Sensory elements such as the color palette and visual style were praised for their striking, futuristic aesthetic. Yet, reviewers noted that brightness could be overwhelming and that CGI inconsistencies disrupted immersion. Sound design received little specific commentary, suggesting it neither excelled nor detracted significantly. The overall sensory experience is deemed appealing but imperfect.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch appeal stems from the film’s intriguing concepts and a well‑executed final twist, encouraging some viewers to revisit the ideas. However, pacing issues, underexplored plot potentials, and technical imperfections reduce its lasting draw. Consequently, while the movie offers moments worth a second look, its overall replay value remains moderate.

Plot

Levels Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Levels 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 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Set in a futuristic world, Joe, Peter Mooney, a bookstore owner, finds the love of his life in Ash, Cara Gee, whose background remains a mystery. Alongside them, Oliver, David Hewlett, is the elderly local newsstand owner Joe trusts. One day, Ash seems poised to share something significant, but a mysterious figure nonchalantly walks up to her and shoots her dead. The brutal act shatters Joe, and grief slowly gnaws away at him, pushing him toward a crippling depression. Oliver steps in to help, but Joe builds an emotional barrier that he isn’t sure anyone can break.

Full summary

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

Read the full summary
Box office

Levels Box Office

Levels grossed $72,385 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$72.4K

International
$72.4K
Videos

Levels Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Levels.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Levels?

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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Details

Levels Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “დონეები” and “升级”.

Also known as
  • დონეები
  • 升级
  • 레벨스
  • 升級
  • Thế Giới Ảo Ma
  • Razine
  • Уровни
  • Рівні
  • שלבים
  • Нива

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FAQ

Levels FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Levels?

Levels runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Levels released?

Levels was released on November 1, 2024.

Who is in the cast of Levels?

Levels stars Peter Mooney as Joe, David Hewlett as Oliver and Cara Gee as Ash, among 7 credited actors.

How much did Levels make at the box office?

Levels grossed $72,385 worldwide.

How is Levels rated?

Levels has 5.0/10 on IMDb and 57% on TMDB.

Does Levels have a post-credit scene?

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

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