Red Notice (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Red Notice is a 2021 action thriller directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, starring Gal Gadot as The Bishop, Dwayne Johnson and Ritu Arya. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes and earned $178,143 worldwide on a $200 million budget. Critics gave it 37% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Rawson Marshall Thurber
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Budget
- $200M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Red Notice About?
The premise of Red Notice without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A renowned art thief and Interpol’s top profiler find themselves reluctantly teaming up to track down the world’s most wanted criminal, known only as "The Bishop." As they navigate a dangerous game of cat and mouse, Hartley and Booth must forge an uneasy partnership, facing thrilling heists and unexpected twists in their pursuit of the elusive mastermind.
Red Notice Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- thief
- heist
- chase
- rivalry
- art
- money
- agent
- wanted
- criminal
- fight
- mission
- stealth
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- explosion
- red
- fbi federal bureau of investigation
- island
- car
- gun
- army
- art thief
- female thief
- female criminal
- femme fatale
- caper
- psychotronic film
- written by director
- fbi agent
- fbi profiler
- two word title
- color in title
- camera shot of a woman's feet in heeled sandals
- tuxedo
- ak 47
- deep fake technology
- solid titanium
- biometric portal
- facial recognition
- voice recognition
- random generated passcode
- thumbprint
- party crasher
- sculpture
- hacking
- handcuffs
- spanish song
- masked ball
- dancing
- stealing eggs
- jurisdiction
- alpha male
Red Notice Cast & Characters
Gal Gadot leads the cast as The Bishop, with Dwayne Johnson as John Hartley and Ritu Arya as Inspector Urvashi Das. Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber; 28 actors are credited in all.
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Director Rawson Marshall Thurber
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Ryan Reynolds as Nolan Booth
Also Starring in Red Notice
· 24 more- Chris Diamantopoulos Sotto Voce
- Vincenzo Amato Director Gallo
- Seth Michaels Souvenir Stand Owner
- Victoria Paige Watkins
- Tom Choi
- Sebastien Large Gelato Truck Driver
- MWW Michael Wilkerson
- Noah Bain Garret
- Robert Tinsley
- Brenna Marie Narayan
- Ivan Mbakop Tambwe
- Melissa Kennemore
- Shane Berengue
- Yosef Podolski Lead Guard
- Bradford Norris
- Brandon Parker
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More from Rawson Marshall Thurber
More films directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, best-rated first: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, We're the Millers, Central Intelligence and Skyscraper.
Red Notice Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Red Notice 37% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 49/100, strongest in character & emotion (60) and weakest in story & flow (40).
Red Notice Echo Score Breakdown
Red Notice delivers high‑budget spectacle and a charismatic trio, yet its overall impact is uneven. Critics acknowledge the film's polished visuals and occasional humor, but repeatedly cite a derivative plot, forced twists, and shallow thematic depth. Audience reactions mirror this split, with some viewers enjoying the star chemistry while others criticize the lack of originality and memorable moments. Consequently, the movie functions as a passable, if forgettable, action‑comedy that struggles to sustain lasting appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
In terms of art and craft, the film showcases glossy production values and competent cinematography. Critics note the bright visual style and kinetic pacing, while some point out heavy reliance on green‑screen effects. The direction maintains a brisk tempo but lacks distinctive flair. Overall, the technical execution is solid yet uninspired, resulting in a moderate assessment of its craft.
- Character & Emotion 60
When evaluating character and emotion, the chemistry among Johnson, Reynolds, and Gadot stands out as the primary strength. Reviews highlight their dynamic banter and entertaining interactions, though several critics observe limited emotional depth and occasional caricature. Performances are generally engaging but not transformative, leading to a slightly above‑average rating for the ensemble's effectiveness.
- Story & Flow 40
The story and flow receive the lowest appraisal, with critics labeling the plot as derivative, predictable, and burdened by forced twists. Narrative cohesion falters in the second act, and originality is scarce. User comments echo this sentiment, describing the screenplay as shallow. These shortcomings result in a below‑average score for the film's storytelling.
- Sensory Experience 55
Sensory experience is marked by a glossy aesthetic and a lively soundtrack that sustains momentum. While the visual polish is praised, reviewers also mention over‑reliance on generic explosions and occasional visual fatigue. Sound design supports the action but does not elevate it. The mixed feedback yields a moderate sensory rating.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Rewatch factor is modest; the film offers brief enjoyment for fans of the leads and light‑hearted heist tropes, yet lacks depth to encourage repeat viewings. Some audience members express enthusiasm for a sequel, but many note the movie’s forgettable nature and limited replay value. This results in a below‑average rewatch assessment.
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IMDb 6.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 37% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 92%
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Metacritic 37 Metascore
User score 6.0
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TMDB 68% User score
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Letterboxd 2.5 /5
439 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.6 /5
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Red Notice Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Red Notice 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
Two millennia ago, Marcus Antonius presented Cleopatra with three jeweled eggs as a token of his unwavering devotion. Over the centuries, these treasures faded from memory until a farmer unearthed two of them in 1907, leaving the final egg shrouded in mystery. Fast forward to 2021, where Special Agent John Hartley (Dwayne Johnson), a criminal profiler for the FBI, collaborates with Inspector Urvashi Das (Ritu Arya) to probe the theft of one of these priceless eggs on display at the Museo Nazionale Di Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome. Hartley uncovers that the displayed egg is a clever forgery, realizing that the genuine artifact has been snatched away.
Full summary
The whole story of Red Notice, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Red Notice Box Office & Budget
Red Notice grossed $178,143 worldwide on a $200 million budget.
Worldwide gross
$178.1K
- International
- $178.1K
- Budget
- $200M
Red Notice Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 1 trailer, 1 teaser and 1 clip.
- Teaser Official Teaser
- Clip TUDUM Exclusive Clip
How Well Do You Know Red Notice?
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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What historical figures' tale is referenced at the beginning of Red Notice?
Cars in Red Notice
24 cars on screen, including the Classic Roadsters Marlene and the Honda NC 50 Express.
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Classic Roadsters Marlene Important role -
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2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia Minor role -
2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia Minor role
Red Notice Also Known As
29 alternative titles, including “红色通缉令” and “Alerta Vermelho”.
- Also known as
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- 红色通缉令
- Alerta Vermelho
- Alerta roja: 1
- Alerta roja (Red Notice)
- Kırmızı Bülten
- 紅色通緝令
- Alerta roja
- Червена бюлетина
- Красное уведомление
- 레드 노티스
- Sarkanais brīdinājums
- Červený oznam
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- Червоне повідомлення
- Különösen veszélyes bűnözők
- הודעה אדומה
- النشرة الحمراء
- Crvena tjeralica
- Czerwona nota
- Lệnh Truy Nã Đỏ
- Aviso Vermelho
- Црвена потерница
- Notice Rouge
- Avizul roșu
- レッド・ノーティス
- Raudonasis pranešimas, წითელი ცირკულარი
- اعلان قرمز
- قىزىل تۇتۇش بۇيرۇقى
- Alerta vermella
- Rdeče obvestilo
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Red Notice FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Red Notice, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Red Notice?
Red Notice runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Red Notice released?
Red Notice was released on November 5, 2021.
Who directed Red Notice?
Red Notice was directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber.
More films by Rawson Marshall Thurber Who is in the cast of Red Notice?
Red Notice stars Gal Gadot as The Bishop, Dwayne Johnson as John Hartley and Ritu Arya as Inspector Urvashi Das, among 28 credited actors.
How much did Red Notice make at the box office?
Red Notice grossed $178,143 worldwide on a budget of $200 million.
How is Red Notice rated?
Red Notice has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, 37 on Metacritic and 68% on TMDB.
Does Red Notice have a post-credit scene?
No. Red Notice has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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