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Resurrection (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Resurrection is a 2022 drama thriller directed by Andrew Semans, starring Tim Roth as David, Grace Kaufman and Michael Esper. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $161,977 worldwide. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

IMDb rating
5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes
82%
worldwide gross
$162K
Echo Score
65
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Resurrection (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 43m (103 min)
Director
Andrew Semans
Genres
Drama , Mystery , Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Resurrection About?

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

Margaret has built a structured and controlled life, but her carefully constructed world is thrown into turmoil with the sudden reappearance of David. His return forces her to confront the buried secrets of her past, blurring the lines between reality and memory. As she struggles to maintain control, her carefully planned future is threatened, and the darkness she thought she’d escaped resurfaces.

Resurrection Themes & Keywords

· 35 tags
  • abusive relationship
  • teenage daughter
  • mental breakdown
  • stalker
  • sociopath
  • psychological thriller
  • murder
  • extramarital affair
  • death of a child
  • hospital
  • cycling accident
  • seedy hotel
+23 more
  • hotel manager
  • lost tooth
  • public park
  • pharmaceutical industry
  • psychological horror
  • independent film
  • sex in a bathroom
  • sex scene
  • nightmare
  • leg stitches
  • filing a complaint
  • stabbed in the leg
  • gun
  • uber driver
  • last day at work
  • pseudonym
  • office
  • office work
  • hidden knife
  • written by director
  • psychological drama
  • 2020s
  • police officer
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Cast & crew

Resurrection Cast & Characters

Tim Roth leads the cast as David, with Grace Kaufman as Abbie and Michael Esper as Peter. Directed by Andrew Semans; 11 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Resurrection

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From the director

More from Andrew Semans

One more film directed by Andrew Semans: Nancy, Please.

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Ratings

Resurrection Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Resurrection 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in character & emotion (88) and weakest in story & flow (45).

65 /100

Resurrection Echo Score Breakdown

Resurrection delivers a striking central performance and a boldly surreal visual palette, but its narrative cohesion suffers from an over‑ambitious structure that drags and leaves key plot threads unresolved. Critics and viewers alike commend the film’s atmospheric craft while criticizing its pacing and lack of satisfying resolution. The mixed reception results in a film that intrigues on a sensory level yet struggles to sustain engagement throughout its runtime. Consequently, the film lands in the middle of the rating spectrum.

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

  • Art & Craft 70

    In terms of direction and visual composition, the film exhibits a confident, unsettling aesthetic that many find compelling. Critics highlight the daring cinematography and purposeful production design, while some note uneven editing that elongates the runtime. User feedback mirrors this split, praising the well‑shot moments but lamenting a loss of subtlety in later sequences. Overall, the craftsmanship is solid but not uniformly refined.

  • Character & Emotion 88
  • Story & Flow 45

    Regarding plot and pacing, the screenplay is frequently described as over‑complicated and uneven. Critics observe that tension builds effectively but the narrative threads fail to coalesce, leaving the ending abrupt. Users echo these concerns, citing dragged moments and a lack of clear resolution that hampers engagement. Consequently, the story structure is judged as the film’s weakest component.

  • Sensory Experience 65

    The sensory experience blends a dark, surreal tone with moments of striking visual design. Reviewers commend the unsettling atmosphere and effective soundscape that reinforce the psychological tension. However, some criticize an occasional excess of grotesque imagery that overwhelms subtlety. Audience responses align, appreciating the bold aesthetics while wishing for a more balanced sensory restraint. Overall, the sensory execution is appreciably strong but not without flaws.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Replay value is tempered by the film’s polarizing narrative and uneven pacing. Critics note that the intense performances and distinctive mood may invite repeated viewings for deeper analysis, yet! the unresolved plot diminishes lasting appeal. Viewers similarly express interest in revisiting Hall’s performance but hesitate due to the film’s structural shortcomings. Thus, the rewatch factor is modest, offering limited incentive for multiple viewings.

Plot

Resurrection Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Resurrection from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Margaret is a composed, accomplished businesswoman residing in Albany, New York, juggling her professional life with her role as a single mother to Abbie, who is preparing to leave for college. In the midst of her busy life, she engages in an affair with her married colleague, Peter. However, the stability of their lives begins to unravel when Abbie discovers a tooth in her wallet and later suffers a biking accident while intoxicated.

Full summary

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

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Box office

Resurrection Box Office

Resurrection grossed $161,977 worldwide. $160,866 came from the US and Canada and $1,111 (1%) from the rest of the world.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$162K

US & Canada
$160.9K
International
$1.1K
US & Canada 99% Rest of the world 1%
Videos

Resurrection Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 2 trailers and 2 clips.

Teaser Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer
  • Clip Are You Sure You're Alright?
  • Clip Are You Okay?
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Resurrection?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What event initially disrupts Margaret's seemingly perfect life?

Details

Resurrection Also Known As

19 alternative titles, including “復生” and “Resurrección”.

Also known as
  • 復生
  • Resurrección
  • 부활
  • Sombras do Passado
  • Kísért a múlt
  • 复生
  • Znovuzrození
  • قيامة
  • Воскрешение
  • Wskrzeszenie
  • Prisikėlimas
  • Rinascita
+7 more
  • תחייה
  • Diriliş
  • Воскресіння
  • คืนชีพ
  • Renaștere
  • Възкресение
  • Uskrsnuće

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FAQ

Resurrection FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Resurrection?

Resurrection runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

When was Resurrection released?

Resurrection was released on July 29, 2022.

Who directed Resurrection?

Resurrection was directed by Andrew Semans.

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Who is in the cast of Resurrection?

Resurrection stars Tim Roth as David, Grace Kaufman as Abbie and Michael Esper as Peter, among 11 credited actors.

How much did Resurrection make at the box office?

Resurrection grossed $161,977 worldwide ($160,866 domestic, $1,111 international).

How is Resurrection rated?

Resurrection has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 70 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does Resurrection have a post-credit scene?

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

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