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The Circle (2001): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

The Circle 2001

The Circle is a 2001 drama starring Maryiam Palvin Almani and Nargess Mamizadeh. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $756,035 worldwide. Critics gave it 85 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$756K
Metascore
85
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The Circle 2001
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Circle About?

The premise of The Circle without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A quiet man's peaceful existence is disrupted when two neighbors unexpectedly appear. Their seemingly polite visit hides a sinister agenda, forcing him to question his understanding of his new surroundings. As he delves deeper, he uncovers hidden dangers and must confront a disturbing truth about the people around him and the unsettling reality he now faces.

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Cast & crew

The Circle Cast

Maryiam Palvin Almani leads the cast, with Nargess Mamizadeh.

Ratings

The Circle Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Circle 85 on Metacritic.

Plot

The Circle Plot Summary

What happens in The Circle from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Mae navigates through another tedious day at her unfulfilling job, her world shifts dramatically with an unexpected call from her vibrant friend, Annie Allerton. Annie, a rising star at The Circle—a dominant force in the tech industry—exudes a contagious energy that starkly contrasts with Mae’s current plight. Seizing the chance for a change, Mae eagerly accepts an entry-level position in Customer Experience, where her main task is to offer exceptional support to users of The Circle’s cutting-edge products, all while striving to maintain an exemplary rating.

During a company-wide meeting, Eamon Bailey, played by Tom Hanks, introduces SeeChange, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at increasing transparency by embedding small, virtually invisible cameras throughout the world. These devices enable real-time video feeds, promising to transform how society engages with one another.

Full summary

The whole story of The Circle, scene by scene

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Box office

The Circle Box Office

The Circle grossed $756,035 worldwide. $440,554 came from the US and Canada and $315,481 (42%) from the rest of the world.

2001 box office

Worldwide gross

$756K

US & Canada
$440.6K
International
$315.5K
US & Canada 58% Rest of the world 42%
Videos

The Circle Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Circle.

Trailer for "The Circle"
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Circle?

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 Mae's job title at The Circle when she first joins?

Details

The Circle Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Dayereh” and “Sirkelen”.

Also known as
  • Dayereh
  • Sirkelen
  • Круг
  • Il cerchio
  • Le Cercle
  • El círculo
  • Der Kreis
  • Cirkeln
  • 써클
  • 生命的圆圈
  • O Círculo
  • Ο κύκλος

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FAQ

The Circle FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is The Circle?

The Circle runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Circle released?

The Circle was released on April 13, 2001.

Who is in the cast of The Circle?

The Circle stars Maryiam Palvin Almani and Nargess Mamizadeh.

How much did The Circle make at the box office?

The Circle grossed $756,035 worldwide ($440,554 domestic, $315,481 international).

How is The Circle rated?

The Circle has 85 on Metacritic.

Does The Circle have a post-credit scene?

No. The Circle has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Circle in?

The original language of The Circle is Spanish.

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