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Role Play (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Role Play is a 2024 action film directed by Thomas Vincent, starring David Oyelowo as Dave Brackett, Kaley Cuoco and Lucia Aliu. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $576,455 worldwide. Critics gave it 26% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.

IMDb rating
5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
26%
worldwide gross
$576.5K
Echo Score
42
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Role Play (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Thomas Vincent
Genre
Action
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Role Play About?

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

Suburban life masks a dangerous secret when Emma’s perfect existence as a wife and mother is revealed to be a carefully constructed cover for a career as a skilled assassin. After her husband uncovers her double life, their relationship spirals into a thrilling and perilous game of cat and mouse where the boundaries of reality become dangerously blurred.

Role Play Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • interracial relationship
  • interracial couple
  • interracial marriage
  • female assassin
  • couple
  • husband wife relationship
  • wedding anniversary
  • forgetting wedding anniversary
  • sexy nurse costume
  • hired killer
  • hotel bar
  • sniper
+38 more
  • role playing
  • interracial love
  • disguise
  • f word
  • the past
  • 7th anniversary
  • alias
  • reference to titanic
  • reference to leonardo dicaprio
  • vodka martini
  • hotel suite
  • silenced gun
  • reference to zoom video communication
  • airport
  • berlin germany
  • reference to pixar
  • new jersey
  • reference to target store
  • blindfolded
  • duct tape over mouth
  • playing dead
  • stabbed to death
  • stabbed in the throat
  • drugging a drink
  • deep cleavage
  • spicing up sex life
  • mid life crisis
  • double life
  • poisoned man
  • villainess
  • cable tie handcuffs
  • telescopic rifle
  • wedding ring
  • falling asleep on a date
  • tasered
  • falling through a glass coffee table
  • anniversary present
  • shot with own gun
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Cast & crew

Role Play Cast & Characters

David Oyelowo leads the cast as Dave Brackett, with Kaley Cuoco as Emma Brackett and Lucia Aliu as Caroline Brackett. Directed by Thomas Vincent; 20 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Role Play

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From the director

More from Thomas Vincent

More films directed by Thomas Vincent: Mister Bob, The New Protocol, The Hook and Karnaval.

Full filmography
Ratings

Role Play Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Role Play 26% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 42/100, strongest in character & emotion (50) and weakest in rewatch factor (40).

42 /100

Role Play Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Role Play delivers an uneven action-comedy that rarely rises above its derivative premise. The narrative relies on predictable twists and thinly developed stakes, and most of the fight scenes feel underpowered. While some chemistry between the leads and occasional moments of brisk pacing add brief enjoyment, the film’s writing and visual staging lack anticipation. In sum, Role Play leaves limited lasting impact, offering only modest entertainment for genre enthusiasts.

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

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of art and craft, Role Play shows inconsistency in its visual execution. The action choreography is often underwhelming, with poorly shot combat sequences that lack energy. Some production design elements appear serviceable, but the overall look feels occasionally cheap. Editing choices fail to heighten tension in crucial moments. Consequently, the film’s technical presentation struggles to engage beyond surface-level competence.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film delivers mixed performances. Kaley Cuoco and David Oyelowo display moments of genuine rapport, but often resort to broad delivery that undermines emotional stakes. Secondary players receive minimal development, limiting relational depth. While intermittent chemistry provides brief warmth, overall the character work lacks consistent nuance and fails to foster sustained audience investment.

  • Story & Flow 40

    In terms of story and flow, Role Play struggles with predictability and lack of originality. The plot follows familiar beats with foreseeable twists that diminish engagement. Although pacing picks up in the second half, major narrative turns feel telegraphed and character motivations are occasionally unclear. A handful of early surprises offer momentary intrigue, but the overall arc remains derivative and fails to sustain meaningful suspense.

  • Sensory Experience 50

    Regarding sensory experience, the film provides inconsistent aural and visual textures. The soundtrack is unobtrusive yet lacks memorable themes, and sound design does little to amplify tension. Cinematic style adheres to genre conventions without distinct visual flair. Some scenes benefit from clear production values, but overall the sensory elements serve the narrative without elevating mood or atmosphere in a notable way.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    When considering rewatch factor, Role Play offers limited appeal for repeated viewing. The film’s predictable storyline and uneven execution reduce incentives to revisit. While isolated moments of chemistry and brisk pacing may entertain genre fans once, the lack of distinctive themes or compelling surprises diminishes replay value. Overall, the movie leaves little in the way of lasting memorability to encourage subsequent viewings.

Plot

Role Play Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Role Play 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

Emma Brackett, portrayed by Kaley Cuoco, is not only a lethal assassin but also a devoted wife and nurturing mother. Seven years ago, she fell deeply in love with David Oyelowo, who is now her husband. Together, they have a beautiful daughter named Caroline, played by Lucia Aliu, and their blended family also includes Dave’s son from a previous marriage, Wyatt, played by Regan Bryan-Gudgeon, who regards Emma as his mother.

Full summary

The whole story of Role Play, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Role Play Box Office

Role Play grossed $576,455 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$576.5K

International
$576.5K
Videos

Role Play Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 clips.

Official Trailer
  • Clip Planning the Role Play
  • Clip Emma and Dave Are Persons of Interest
  • Clip Emma Confronts Bob In His Hotel Room
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Role Play?

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 is Emma's professional occupation?

Cars

Cars in Role Play

31 cars on screen, including the 2013 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463 and the 1986 Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse W126.

All 31 cars
  • 2013 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463 in Role Play 2013 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463 Important role
  • 1986 Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse W126 in Role Play 1986 Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse W126 Important role
  • 2011 Opel Zafira Tourer C in Role Play 2011 Opel Zafira Tourer C Important role
  • 2021 Toyota Camry in Role Play 2021 Toyota Camry Important role
Details

Role Play Also Known As

26 alternative titles, including “نقش‌آفرینی” and “نقش‌بازی”.

Also known as
  • نقش‌آفرینی
  • نقش‌بازی
  • Nhập vai
  • בעלה של המחסלת
  • Juego de roles
  • 롤 플레이
  • Моя жена - киллер
  • Рольові ігри
  • Vaidmenų žaidimas
  • O Jogo do Disfarce
  • 王牌杀姬
  • משחק תפקידים
+14 more
  • Rol Yapma
  • Zabójcza gra
  • Gioco di ruolo
  • Hra doopravdy
  • โรลเพลย์ สวมรอยมารัก
  • 角色扮演
  • Szerepjáték
  • रोल प्ले
  • Jeu de rôle
  • Rolul
  • Играње улога
  • Igre uloga
  • Igra vlog, არასწორი ცოლი
  • Жена ми е убиец

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FAQ

Role Play FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Role Play?

Role Play runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Role Play released?

Role Play was released on January 12, 2024.

Who directed Role Play?

Role Play was directed by Thomas Vincent.

More films by Thomas Vincent

Who is in the cast of Role Play?

Role Play stars David Oyelowo as Dave Brackett, Kaley Cuoco as Emma Brackett and Lucia Aliu as Caroline Brackett, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Role Play make at the box office?

Role Play grossed $576,455 worldwide.

How is Role Play rated?

Role Play has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, 38 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does Role Play have a post-credit scene?

No. Role Play has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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