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Sisu: Road to Revenge (2025): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Sisu: Road to Revenge is a 2025 action war film directed by Jalmari Helander, starring Jorma Tommila as Aatami Korpi, Stephen Lang and Ergo Küppas. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $9.8 million worldwide on a $12.2 million budget. Critics gave it 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
93%
worldwide gross
$9.8M
Echo Score
76
Metascore
76
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Sisu: Road to Revenge (2025) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Jalmari Helander
Genres
Action , War
Original language
English
Budget
$12.2M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sisu: Road to Revenge About?

The premise of Sisu: Road to Revenge without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Returning to the house where his family was brutally murdered during the war, the “man who refuses to die” (Jorma Tommila) dismantles the ruined home, loads its remnants onto a truck, and vows to rebuild it in a safe place as a tribute. When the Red Army commander responsible for the massacre (Stephen Lang) returns, determined to finish the job, a relentless showdown ensues.

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Cast & crew

Sisu: Road to Revenge Cast & Characters

Jorma Tommila leads the cast as Aatami Korpi, with Stephen Lang as Igor Draganov and Ergo Küppas as Soviet border guard. Directed by Jalmari Helander; 9 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Jalmari Helander

More films directed by Jalmari Helander, best-rated first: Sisu, Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, Big Game and The Official Rare Exports Inc. Safety Instructions 2005.

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Ratings

Sisu: Road to Revenge Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Sisu: Road to Revenge 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 76/100, strongest in sensory experience (85) and weakest in story & flow (65).

76 /100

Sisu: Road to Revenge Echo Score Breakdown

Road to Revenge delivers a high‑octane sequel that leans heavily on relentless action and exaggerated violence. Critics acknowledge competent direction and inventive stunt work, while noting a sagging middle and thin narrative depth. User commentary mirrors this split, praising the spectacle and performances but criticizing plot coherence. The film’s sensory assault and bold choreography make it engaging for genre fans, yet the story’s shortcomings limit broader appeal. Consequently, the movie offers a solid, if uneven, viewing experience.

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

  • Art & Craft 78

    Artistic execution centers on Jalmari Helander’s brisk direction and tight editing that sustain the film’s kinetic pulse. Critics commend the crisp cutting and inventive staging of violent set pieces, while users note effective stunt choreography and competent CGI. Some reviewers find the visual style overly gratuitous, yet the craftsmanship generally supports the relentless tone. Overall, the art and craft are solid and contribute to the movie’s momentum.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When assessing character work, the lead performance by Jorma Tommila receives praise for its physical intensity, and Stephen Lang’s villain is highlighted as a standout. Critics, however, point out minimal dialogue and limited emotional depth, describing the portrayals as functional rather than nuanced. User feedback echoes this split, enjoying the charisma of the protagonists while noting thin character development. In sum, performances are strong in presence but lack depth.

  • Story & Flow 65

    The narrative follows a straightforward revenge premise propelled by nonstop action. Critics acknowledge the film’s brisk, spaghetti‑western pacing but criticize a middling slump and a thin plot that leans on spectacle over substance. Users echo this, praising the fun premise yet lamenting incoherence compared to the original. The story’s originality is limited, but its relentless drive keeps engagement alive for viewers seeking adrenaline. Overall, the plot is serviceable but uneven.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    Sensory execution leans into exaggerated gore, kinetic choreography, and a pulsing soundtrack that accentuates the film’s chaotic energy. Critics lavish praise on the over‑the‑top violence, describing it as both comic and brutal, while noting the inventive baddie‑splattering and effective sound design. Users highlight well‑executed stunt work, competent CGI, and the film’s vivid visual style. Although some find the constant bloodshed excessive, the overall sensory package delivers a memorable, adrenaline‑charged experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 80

    Rewatch potential hinges on the film’s relentless action and its ability to entertain despite a thin narrative. Critics note the steady rhythm and escalating set pieces reward repeat viewings, though the novelty of gore may fade. Users echo this, many expressing high enjoyment and a wish to revisit the spectacle, while a few cite lack of depth. Overall, it offers solid repeat value for fans of high‑energy thrills.

Plot

Sisu: Road to Revenge Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Sisu: Road to Revenge from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens with a quiet, somber narration about the end of World War II, when Finland is compelled to cede Karelia to the Soviet Union. This political shift uproots families and sends many Finns, including those who still dream of home, to the Finnish side of the border. At the center of this upheaval is Aatami Korpi, a man who trudges back toward his old life with his loyal dog by his side, carrying the physical remnant of a lost past: wood from the home he used to share with his wife and two sons. He moves with a stubborn resolve, breaking down the timber and gathering it up, determined to rebuild his life on the Finnish side even as the memory of what was taken haunts him.

Full summary

The whole story of Sisu: Road to Revenge, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Sisu: Road to Revenge Box Office & Budget

Sisu: Road to Revenge grossed $9.8 million worldwide on a $12.2 million budget, 80% of what it cost. $4.5 million came from the US and Canada and $5.3 million (54%) from the rest of the world.

2025 box office

Worldwide gross

$9.8M

80% of its budget back

US & Canada
$4.5M
International
$5.3M
Budget
$12.2M
US & Canada 46% Rest of the world 54%
Videos

Sisu: Road to Revenge Trailers & Videos

7 videos: 1 trailer, 3 teasers, 2 clips and 1 featurette.

All 7 videos
Official Trailer
  • Teaser F*%k Around and Find Out where you’re seeing SISU: Road to Revenge.
  • Teaser Get Tickets Now
  • Teaser Destroyed
  • Clip Fight Or Flight Clip
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Sisu: Road to Revenge?

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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Which actor portrays the protagonist Aatami Korpi?

Details

Sisu: Road to Revenge Also Known As

20 alternative titles, including “시수 2” and “Si2u”.

Also known as
  • 시수 2
  • Si2u
  • Sisu - Il Vendicatore
  • Sisu: Camino a la vengaza
  • Sisu: teekond kättemaksuni
  • 시수: 복수의 길
  • סיסו: הדרך לנקמה
  • Безсмертний: Дорога помсти
  • سيسو: الطريق إلى الإنتقام
  • Sisu: Estrada para a Vingança
  • Già Gân Báo Thù 2
  • Sisu: Put do osvete
+8 more
  • 永生战士2
  • Бессмертный 2: Дорога мести
  • เฒ่ามหากาฬ 2
  • SISU:復仇之路
  • Sisu 2: Ο Δρόμος της Εκδίκησης
  • Sisu: Estrada de Vingança
  • Sisu: Odplata
  • Воля: Пътят към отмъщението

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FAQ

Sisu: Road to Revenge FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Sisu: Road to Revenge, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sisu: Road to Revenge?

Sisu: Road to Revenge runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Sisu: Road to Revenge released?

Sisu: Road to Revenge was released on November 21, 2025.

Who directed Sisu: Road to Revenge?

Sisu: Road to Revenge was directed by Jalmari Helander.

More films by Jalmari Helander

Who is in the cast of Sisu: Road to Revenge?

Sisu: Road to Revenge stars Jorma Tommila as Aatami Korpi, Stephen Lang as Igor Draganov and Ergo Küppas as Soviet border guard, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Sisu: Road to Revenge make at the box office?

Sisu: Road to Revenge grossed $9.8 million worldwide ($4.5 million domestic, $5.3 million international) on a budget of $12.2 million.

How is Sisu: Road to Revenge rated?

Sisu: Road to Revenge has 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, 76 on Metacritic, 73% on TMDB and 3.2/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Sisu: Road to Revenge have a post-credit scene?

No. Sisu: Road to Revenge has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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