Se7en (1995): Cast & Plot
Se7en is a 1995 mystery thriller directed by David Fincher, starring Morgan Freeman as Somerset, Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow. It runs 2 hours 7 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 7m (127 min)
- Director
- David Fincher
- Original language
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English - Studio
- New Line Cinema
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Se7en About?
The premise of Se7en without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Two homicide detectives chase a serial killer who stages murders based on the seven deadly sins. Veteran Det. Somerset studies each sin to anticipate the killer, while rookie Mills scoffs at the symbolism. The film follows their grim quest from one tortured corpse to the next, deepening the psychological cat‑and‑mouse game.
Se7en Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- serial killer
- detective
- murder
- murder investigation
- severed head
- investigation
- seven deadly sins
- police
- corpse
- neo noir
- gore
- revenge
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- mysterious man
- death
- pedophile
- shootout
- psychological torture
- police partner
- psychopath
- mysterious villain
- suspense
- evil man
- mysterious murderer
- blood
- african american
- new york city
- city
- tied to a bed
- decapitation
- mutilation
- torture
- forced suicide
- husband wife relationship
- surprise ending
- human monster
- villain
- sex offender
- good versus evil
- psychopathic killer
- sadism
- police protagonist
- lust
- sadist
- tragedy
- police detective
- police shootout
- prostitute
- arrest
- killer
- autopsy
Se7en Cast & Characters
Morgan Freeman leads the cast as Somerset, with Brad Pitt as Mills and Gwyneth Paltrow as Tracy. Directed by David Fincher; 59 actors are credited in all.
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Director David Fincher
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Gwyneth Paltrow as Tracy -
Kevin Spacey as John Doe
Also Starring in Se7en
· 55 more- Heidi Schanz Pride Victim
- Richard Roundtree Talbot
- Richard Portnow Dr. Beardsley
- R. Lee Ermey Police Captain
- Mark Boone Junior Greasy F.B.I. Man
- John C. McGinley California
- Richard Schiff Mark Swarr
- Charles S. Dutton Cop (uncredited)
- John Cassini Officer Davis
- Reg E. Cathey Dr. Santiago
- Allan Kolman First Forensic Man in the Law Office
- Michael Massee Man in Booth at Massage Parlor
- Shannon Wilcox Woman Cop Behind Desk
- Richmond Arquette Delivery Man
- Hawthorne James George the Night Guard at the Library
- Leland Orser Crazed Man in Massage Parlor
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- Daniel Zacapa Detective Taylor at First Murder
- Bob Stephenson Cop on SWAT Team
- David Correia First Cop at Massage Parlor
- Harrison White Cop on SWAT Team
- Charles A. Tamburro SWAT Helicopter Pilot
- Endre Hules Cab Driver
- Ron Blair Second Cop at Massage Parlor
- George Christy Workman at Door of Somerset's Office
- Michael Reid MacKay Victor - Sloth Victim
- Julie Araskog Mrs. Gould
- Evan Mirand Paramedic at Massage Parlor
- Arthur Max Man in Library (uncredited)
- Dominique Jennings TV News Reporter
- Alfonso Freeman Fingerprint Technician
- Gene Borkan Eli Gould - Greed Victim
- Brian Evers Duty Sergeant
- Paul Eckstein Paramedic at Massage Parlor
- Tudor Sherrard Coupon Man Outside Pizza Parlor
- Lexie Bigham Sweating Cop at Massage Parlor
- Lennie Loftin Policeman Who Takes Statement from Vagrant
- Harris Savides 911 Operator
- Pamala Tyson Thin Vagrant by John Doe's Apartment
- Bob Collins Second Guard at the Library
- Peter Crombie Dr. O'Neill
- Martin Serene Wild Bill
- Bob Mack Gluttony Victim
- William Davidson First Guard at the Library
- Jimmy Dale Hartsell Library Janitor
- Mario Di Donato Fingerprint Forensic Man in Law Office
- Duffy Gaver Marksman in Helicopter
- Andrew Kevin Walker Dead Man at 1st Crime Scene
- Charline Su TV News Reporter
- Beverly Burke TV Anchor Woman
- Sarah Reinhardt Police Sketch Artist
- Emily Wagner Detective Sara at John Doe's Apartment
- Jennifer Mueller Lust Victim
- Rachel Flanagan Additional 911 Operator
- James Deeth Helicopter Pilot
- John Santin Helicopter Pilot
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Se7en Plot Summary
What happens in Se7en from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Detective Lieutenant [Morgan Freeman] Somerset is one week from retirement, and he is partnered with Mills, a young, hot-headed, idealistic detective who recently relocated to the city with his wife, [Gwyneth Paltrow] Tracy. The two men could not be more different in temperament or outlook, yet they share a stubborn dedication to justice in a city roiled by violence and corruption. The unnamed metropolis feels like a living puzzle, every alleyway and tenement whispering of crime, and Somerset carries the weight of experience, while Mills brings a drive that sometimes borders on recklessness. Their uneasy bond becomes the quiet center of a case that will push them to the edge of both their professional limits and their personal beliefs.
Full summary
The whole story of Se7en, scene by scene
Se7en Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 2 trailers and 6 clips.
- Trailer Official 4K Trailer
- Clip Full Movie Preview
- Clip Movie Clip - Upside Down
- Clip Movie Clip - How Much Money Do You Got?
How Well Do You Know Se7en?
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 famous structure governs the killer's murder spree?
Cars in Se7en
24 cars on screen, including the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice and the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice Main role -
1987 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role -
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role -
1981 Dodge Diplomat Minor role
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Se7en FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Se7en, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Se7en?
Se7en runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
When was Se7en released?
Se7en was released on September 15, 1995.
Who directed Se7en?
Se7en was directed by David Fincher.
More films by David Fincher Who is in the cast of Se7en?
Se7en stars Morgan Freeman as Somerset, Brad Pitt as Mills and Gwyneth Paltrow as Tracy, among 59 credited actors.
Does Se7en have a post-credit scene?
No. Se7en has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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