Murder by Numbers (2002): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Murder by Numbers is a 2002 drama thriller directed by Barbet Schroeder, starring Sandra Bullock. It runs 2 hours and earned $56.7 million worldwide on a $50 million budget. Critics gave it 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Barbet Schroeder
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget
- $50M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Murder by Numbers About?
The premise of Murder by Numbers without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the quiet coastal town of San Benito, a disturbing crime sets off a tense pursuit between determined detective Cassie Mayweather and her recently assigned partner. Their investigation reveals a complex network of lies and a disturbing connection to two brilliant young men. As they delve deeper, they uncover a chilling series of clues suggesting manipulation and a deadly plot at the heart of the community.
Murder by Numbers Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- killer
- serial killer
Murder by Numbers Cast
Sandra Bullock stars in Murder by Numbers. Directed by Barbet Schroeder.
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Director Barbet Schroeder
More from Barbet Schroeder
More films directed by Barbet Schroeder, best-rated first: Reversal of Fortune, The Venerable W., Our Lady of the Assassins and Terror's Advocate.
Murder by Numbers Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Murder by Numbers 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
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IMDb 6.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 30% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 49%
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Metacritic 50 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 61% User score
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Murder by Numbers Plot Summary
What happens in Murder by Numbers from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this intense and captivating narrative, two former high school peers, Richard Haywood, a charismatic and affluent young man, and Justin Pendleton – a reflective and intellectually gifted individual – devise a meticulously detailed scheme to execute what they believe to be the “perfect crime.” Their elaborate plot ultimately leads to the abduction, murder, and manipulation of an unsuspecting woman, with evidence skillfully planted to frame Richard’s drug dealer, janitor Ray Feathers.
Full summary
The whole story of Murder by Numbers, scene by scene
Murder by Numbers Box Office & Budget
Murder by Numbers grossed $56.7 million worldwide on a $50 million budget, 1.1 times what it cost. $31.9 million came from the US and Canada and $24.8 million (44%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$56.7M
1.1× its budget
- US & Canada
- $31.9M
- International
- $24.8M
- Budget
- $50M
Murder by Numbers Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Murder by Numbers.
How Well Do You Know Murder by Numbers?
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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Who are the main two characters that plot the murder in 'Murder by Numbers'?
Cars in Murder by Numbers
25 cars on screen, including the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria and the 1967 Ford Mustang.
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1986 Volvo 240 Important role
Murder by Numbers Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Cálculo mortal” and “Asesinato... 1-2-3”.
- Also known as
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- Cálculo mortal
- Asesinato... 1-2-3
- 完全犯罪クラブ
- Mord nach Plan
- Formula per un delitto
- Adım Adım Cinayet
- Calculs meurtriers
- Śmiertelna wyliczanka
- Отсчет убийств
- Kísérleti gyilkosság
- Crimes Calculados
- Vzorec pro vraždu
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- Iskoldt mord
- נוסחה לרצח
- 머더 바이 넘버
- Відлік убивств
- Убийство по учебник
- 拿命線索
- 数字谋杀案
- Iskallt mord
- Numeromurha
- Apgalvota žmogžudystė
- Assassinat... 1
- 2
- 3
- Meurtre en équation
- Ubojstvo po brojevima
- รอยหฤโหด เชือดอำมหิต
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Murder by Numbers FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Murder by Numbers, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Murder by Numbers?
Murder by Numbers runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Murder by Numbers released?
Murder by Numbers was released on April 19, 2002.
Who directed Murder by Numbers?
Murder by Numbers was directed by Barbet Schroeder.
More films by Barbet Schroeder Who is in the cast of Murder by Numbers?
Murder by Numbers stars Sandra Bullock.
How much did Murder by Numbers make at the box office?
Murder by Numbers grossed $56.7 million worldwide ($31.9 million domestic, $24.8 million international) on a budget of $50 million.
How is Murder by Numbers rated?
Murder by Numbers has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 30% on Rotten Tomatoes, 50 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Does Murder by Numbers have a post-credit scene?
No. Murder by Numbers has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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