Red Right Hand (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Red Right Hand is a 2024 action thriller directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms, starring Orlando Bloom as Cash, Andie MacDowell and Chapel Oaks. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes and earned $153,552 worldwide. Critics gave it 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 48 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 51m (111 min)
- Directors
- Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Asbury Park Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Red Right Hand About?
The premise of Red Right Hand without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Haunted by his past, Cash tries to find peace in the Appalachian wilderness while protecting his young niece, Savannah. His quiet life is shattered when a ruthless crime boss, Big Cat, returns to Odim County, threatening everything he holds dear. Forced to confront his former self, Cash must embrace a violent path to defend his family and reclaim his community from encroaching danger.
Red Right Hand Themes & Keywords
· 6 tags- male rear nudity
- family relationships
- town
- bare chested male
- male nudity
- conspiracy thriller
Red Right Hand Cast & Characters
Orlando Bloom leads the cast as Cash, with Andie MacDowell as Big Cat and Chapel Oaks as Savannah. Directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Eshom Nelms
- Co-director Ian Nelms
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Orlando Bloom as Cash -
Andie MacDowell as Big Cat - Chapel Oaks as Savannah
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Scott Haze as Finney
Also Starring in Red Right Hand
· 16 more- Garret Dillahunt Wilder
- Daniel David Stewart Zeke Barkley
- James Lafferty Lazarus
- Jeremy Ratchford Dominic
- Mo McRae Duke Parks
- Brian Geraghty Sheriff Hollister
- Nicholas Logan The Doe
- Harrison Stone Carson
- Ethan McDowell Alpha
- Sonny Burnette Church Member
- Kenneth Miller The Buck
- Alexandra Park Tammy
- Liz Fletcher Paramedic
- Lauren Lebeouf Susan
- Tim Mikulecky Thug #6
- Jared Wofford
More from Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms
More films directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms, best-rated first: Small Town Crime, Fatman and Waffle Street.
Red Right Hand Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Red Right Hand 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 48 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).
Red Right Hand Echo Score Breakdown
Red Right Hand delivers abundant violence and competent action set‑pieces, yet the film struggles with an unoriginal, formulaic narrative and uneven craftsmanship. Critics note competent cinematography and occasional strong performances, but many point to clumsy direction and a lack of fresh ideas. User feedback reinforces the perception of a predictable plot and thin character work. Consequently, the movie offers limited lasting appeal and modest replay value.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
The film’s visual style is anchored by Johnny Derango’s cinematography, which many reviewers find effective at embedding thematic atmosphere. However, direction appears routine, offering little innovation, and editing adds to a sense of mechanical pacing. Overall, the craft is competent but unremarkable.
- Character & Emotion 40
Bloom and MacDowell receive praise for delivering solid, occasionally compelling performances, with some critics highlighting their chemistry. Yet numerous reviewers criticize the broader cast for flat delivery, inconsistent accents, and implausible character decisions, leading to shallow emotional resonance. The net effect is a mixed character assessment.
- Story & Flow 35
Critics and users alike describe the plot as formulaic, predictable, and at times implausible, with pacing that drags in the first half before rising violence offers limited relief. Originality is scarce, and narrative cohesion suffers, resulting in an overall weak storytelling experience.
- Sensory Experience 55
The soundtrack by Mondo Boys and the film’s sound design receive acknowledgment for reinforcing the gritty atmosphere, while the cinematography contributes to a cohesive visual tone. The violent imagery is prominent, delivering an intense sensory impact that, despite the film’s flaws, engages viewers.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Given the predictable storyline, uneven character work, and lack of innovative elements, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings. While action sequences may entertain initially, the overall experience feels more suited to a single VOD rental than a lasting, rewatchable title.
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Rotten Tomatoes 57% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 66%
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Metacritic 48 Metascore
User score 4.9
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TMDB 66% User score
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Letterboxd 2.7 /5
4430 ratings
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Red Right Hand Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Red Right Hand from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the lush landscapes of Odim County, Cash tends a healed, burned hand while returning to the rhythms of rural life. He drops by his brother-in-law, Finney, and his bright niece, Savannah, at a house tucked among fields and livestock. Savannah, a thoughtful and capable teenager, watches her mare give birth for the first time, and the moment stirs quiet pride in Finney, who recalls his late wife and wonders what she would have thought of his handling of the moment. The trio moves between chores and small talks, sharing jokes and duties as the farm settles into its routine.
Full summary
The whole story of Red Right Hand, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Red Right Hand Box Office
Red Right Hand grossed $153,552 worldwide. $35,368 came from the US and Canada and $118,184 (77%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$153.6K
- US & Canada
- $35.4K
- International
- $118.2K
Red Right Hand Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 1 trailer and 2 clips.
- Clip Family Clip
- Clip Shootout Clip
How Well Do You Know Red Right Hand?
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 is the name of Cash's teenage niece who lives on the farm?
Red Right Hand Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “آغشته به خون” and “قاتل”.
- Also known as
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- آغشته به خون
- قاتل
- Кровавая правая рука
- יד מענישה
- Το Χέρι της Θείας Δίκης
- Карающая длань
- Pravá ruka pomsty
- Adaletin Eli
- 红右手
- Pacto de sangre
- A bosszú vérvörös keze
- اليد اليمنى الحمراء
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- יד עקובה מדם
- Ръката на възмездието
- Niewidzialna zemsta
- 血手
- Кривава права рука
- 와일드독
- Dieviškasis kerštas
- Pacte de sang
- Un debito di sangue
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Red Right Hand FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Red Right Hand, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Red Right Hand?
Red Right Hand runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was Red Right Hand released?
Red Right Hand was released on February 23, 2024.
Who directed Red Right Hand?
Red Right Hand was directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms.
More films by Eshom Nelms Who is in the cast of Red Right Hand?
Red Right Hand stars Orlando Bloom as Cash, Andie MacDowell as Big Cat and Chapel Oaks as Savannah, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Red Right Hand make at the box office?
Red Right Hand grossed $153,552 worldwide ($35,368 domestic, $118,184 international).
How is Red Right Hand rated?
Red Right Hand has 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, 48 on Metacritic, 66% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Red Right Hand have a post-credit scene?
No. Red Right Hand has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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