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Spinning Man (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Spinning Man is a 2018 drama thriller directed by Simon Kaijser, starring Guy Pearce as Evan Birch, Minnie Driver and Pierce Brosnan. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $283,755 worldwide on a $8.5 million budget. Critics gave it 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.

IMDb rating
5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes
50%
worldwide gross
$283.8K
Echo Score
48
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Spinning Man (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Simon Kaijser
Genres
Drama , Mystery , Thriller
Original language
English
Budget
$8.5M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Spinning Man About?

The premise of Spinning Man without spoilers.

Esteemed professor Evan Birch's perfect life is thrown into turmoil when a student disappears, and he finds himself under suspicion. Detective Malloy's investigation reveals a complex network of secrets and lies, challenging Evan's reputation and threatening to dismantle his family and career. As the truth becomes clearer, Evan must confront the consequences of his past and fight to protect everything he values.

Spinning Man Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • missing girl
  • police detective
  • sex dream
  • university professor
  • mouse trap
  • sprayed with a hose
  • reference to the brothers grimm
  • reference to tom and jerry
  • husband wife relationship
  • classroom
  • suspect
  • lake
+38 more
  • having dinner together
  • picnic on the beach
  • rabbit
  • lipstick
  • ride home
  • dead girl
  • flashback
  • evidence
  • family relationships
  • family home
  • university student
  • hardware store
  • suspicion
  • beach
  • missing persons case
  • missing person flyer
  • matchbook
  • autopsy report
  • drunken man
  • drunkenness
  • foot chase
  • accidental death
  • police investigation
  • police station
  • giving someone a lift
  • dead body
  • morgue
  • teenage girl
  • sex in a car
  • dead body in water
  • pet mouse
  • guilty conscience
  • hamster wheel
  • teacher student affair
  • car
  • criminal investigation
  • drinking whiskey
  • book author
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Cast & crew

Spinning Man Cast & Characters

Guy Pearce leads the cast as Evan Birch, with Minnie Driver as Ellen Birch and Pierce Brosnan as Malloy. Directed by Simon Kaijser; 15 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Simon Kaijser

One more film directed by Simon Kaijser: Stockholm East.

Full filmography
Ratings

Spinning Man Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Spinning Man 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 48/100, strongest in character & emotion (60) and weakest in sensory experience (40).

48 /100

Spinning Man Echo Score Breakdown

Spinning Man presents a competent thriller anchored by strong performances but is hampered by uneven execution across multiple fronts. The film’s conceptual premise of guilt and morality intrigued some viewers, yet the narrative structure was frequently described as disjointed and overburdened with convoluted twists. Visual and auditory elements were termed serviceable rather than distinctive, detracting from sustained suspense. While genre enthusiasts may find moments of intellectual engagement, the overall experience remains structurally uneven and thematically diffuse.

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, the film’s direction and editing frequently give rise to a disjointed narrative flow. Critics described the use of flashbacks and heavy-handed symbolism as depleting atmospheric tension, and the visual style was noted as forgettable rather than distinctive. Overall, the production design and shot composition feel serviceable but rarely striking.

  • Character & Emotion 60

    In terms of character and emotion, Spinning Man benefits from a cast praised for committed performances, particularly Guy Pearce and Pierce Brosnan. Reviewers appreciated the chemistry among leads yet noted that deeper emotional resonance was uneven. Character motivations sometimes feel underexplored, which limits engagement. Ultimately, the acting elevates the material even if the roles themselves lack full dimension.

  • Story & Flow 45

    When it comes to story and flow, the film’s pacing and narrative coherence drew criticism for a choppy third act and overcomplicated twists. While some viewers found the moral quandaries thought provoking, many described the plot as riddled with red herrings and unresolved threads. These structural inconsistencies undermine engagement, leaving the resolution both muddled and unsatisfying on reflection.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    In terms of sensory experience, the film’s soundscape and musical cues are functional but rarely memorable, and the overall sound design failed to heighten suspense. Visually, lighting choices and cinematography were described as adequate yet lacking in distinctive style. The cohesion between audio and visual elements does not consistently support the film’s noir aspirations, resulting in an overall subdued sensory impact.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    For rewatch factor, opinions are mixed regarding the film’s lasting appeal. Some viewers reported lingering reflections on its themes, while others found it forgettable after a single viewing. The uneven narrative and absence of standout set pieces limit motivations for repeated engagement. Consequently, the film may hold moderate replay value for genre enthusiasts but is unlikely to earn broad resurgence on subsequent viewings.

Box office

Spinning Man Box Office & Budget

Spinning Man grossed $283,755 worldwide on a $8.5 million budget.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$283.8K

International
$283.8K
Budget
$8.5M
Videos

Spinning Man Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Spinning Man.

Spinning Man (2018 Movie) – Official Trailer – Pierce Brosnan, Guy Pearce, Minnie Driver
Cars

Cars in Spinning Man

17 cars on screen, including the 2014 Volvo S60 and the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.

All 17 cars
  • 2014 Volvo S60 in Spinning Man 2014 Volvo S60 Main role
  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria in Spinning Man 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Important role
  • 2005 Ford Five Hundred in Spinning Man 2005 Ford Five Hundred Important role
  • 1985 Ford B-Series in Spinning Man 1985 Ford B-Series Minor role
Details

Spinning Man Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “Doppia colpa” and “Mörderischer Zweifel”.

Also known as
  • Doppia colpa
  • Mörderischer Zweifel
  • Falsa evidencia
  • На грани безумия
  • Sieć podejrzeń
  • На границата на безумието
  • 真相漩涡
  • Βασικός Ύποπτος
  • Spinning Man: Em Busca da Verdade
  • 스피닝 맨
  • איש הפכפך
  • A gyilkosság filozófiája
+9 more
  • 真相漩渦
  • Perceptions
  • Tutarsız Adam
  • Spinning Man - Im Dunkel deiner Seele
  • คนหลอก ความจริงลวง
  • На межі божевілля
  • Klaidingi įrodymai
  • ミッシング・レポート
  • Podezřelý

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FAQ

Spinning Man FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Spinning Man?

Spinning Man runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Spinning Man released?

Spinning Man was released on April 6, 2018.

Who directed Spinning Man?

Spinning Man was directed by Simon Kaijser.

More films by Simon Kaijser

Who is in the cast of Spinning Man?

Spinning Man stars Guy Pearce as Evan Birch, Minnie Driver as Ellen Birch and Pierce Brosnan as Malloy, among 15 credited actors.

How much did Spinning Man make at the box office?

Spinning Man grossed $283,755 worldwide on a budget of $8.5 million.

How is Spinning Man rated?

Spinning Man has 5.7/10 on IMDb, 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, 44 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.

Does Spinning Man have a post-credit scene?

No. Spinning Man has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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