The Super (2018): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Super is a 2018 horror thriller directed by Stephan Rick, starring Paul Ben-Victor as Mr. Johnson, Taylor Richardson and Mattea Conforti. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $19,513 worldwide on a $2.3 million budget. Critics gave it 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Stephan Rick
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Saban Films
- Budget
- $2.3M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is The Super About?
The premise of The Super without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A new superintendent arrives in a New York City apartment building and quickly discovers a disturbing mystery. Residents begin to vanish without a trace, and he finds himself investigating a series of inexplicable disappearances. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark secret hidden within the building, putting himself and others in grave danger.
The Super Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- apartment
- janitor
- maintenance man
- voodoo
- ghost
- evil spirit
- twin
- evil twin
- bed
- bad smell
- dream
- bad dream
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- nightmare
- serial killer
- reference to george bernard shaw
- cane
- old woman
- stabbed in the back
- stabbed in the eye
- stabbed
- stabbed to death
- throat slit
- box cutter
- screwdriver
- dog
- pet dog
- ball
- rubber ball
- red rubber ball
- mother
- son
- father
- daughter
- widower
- mother son relationship
- father daughter relationship
- voodoo ritual
- ritual
- hit on the back
- hit with a crowbar
- crowbar
- teacher
- grading papers
- invalid
- evil child
- evil girl
- girl
- little girl
- young girl
- blurry figure in foreground moves past
The Super Cast & Characters
Paul Ben-Victor leads the cast as Mr. Johnson, with Taylor Richardson as Violet and Mattea Conforti as Rose. Directed by Stephan Rick; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Stephan Rick
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Paul Ben-Victor as Mr. Johnson -
Taylor Richardson as Violet - Mattea Conforti as Rose
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Val Kilmer as Walter
Also Starring in The Super
· 6 more- Travaris Spears Vondell
- Yul Vazquez Julio
- Louisa Krause Beverly
- Melissa Bolona Dixie
- Andrea Lynn Green Sylvi
- Patrick Flueger
The Super Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Super 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 58/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).
The Super Echo Score Breakdown
The Super presents a solidly crafted thriller that delivers competent scares but lacks distinctive elements. Critics consistently praise the film’s proficient craftsmanship and engaging performances while noting its reliance on familiar genre conventions. Although the chilling atmosphere and professional execution offer moments of tension, the narrative follows a predictable arc with minimal innovation. In light of its reliable production values tempered by a lack of originality, the film ultimately provides an adequate but unremarkable horror experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 60
In terms of cinematography and production design, the film exhibits professional execution with clear framing and atmospheric lighting. The direction maintains steady control over each sequence, though the overall visual approach remains conventional. Editing transitions are smooth but rarely inventive. Altogether, the craft contributes to a polished look without distinguishing itself from typical genre standards.
- Character & Emotion 65
When it comes to Character & Emotion, performances anchor the film with credible portrayals and moments of genuine charisma. Actors convey tension effectively, especially in confined settings, yet character development remains surface-level, limiting emotional depth. The script offers clear motivations but seldom explores backstory in depth. Overall, the acting elevates material that otherwise feels formulaic.
- Story & Flow 55
Regarding Story & Flow, the narrative unfolds with measured pacing and logical coherence, yet it leans heavily on established horror tropes. Plot points progress predictably, providing intermittent suspense without substantive twists. Dialogue communicates essential information but lacks nuanced surprises. In sum, the storyline maintains audience engagement but fails to introduce fresh narrative elements, rendering it serviceable rather than memorable.
- Sensory Experience 60
In terms of Sensory Experience, the film’s sound design and score effectively heighten tension in key moments, supporting the visual atmosphere. Ambient noises in the urban setting add immersion, although the soundtrack rarely departs from standard genre cues. Visual style relies on subdued color grading and stark contrasts to evoke dread. Collectively, these elements produce a cohesive yet conventional sensory palette.
- Rewatch Factor 50
When considering Rewatch Factor, the film offers modest appeal for repeat viewing. Its atmospheric moments and solid performances may reward a second watch, but the reliance on familiar structures reduces replay value. Minimal narrative surprises and predictable genre beats become more apparent upon revisiting. Ultimately, the rewatch experience remains adequate but lacks strong lasting resonance.
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IMDb 5.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 59% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 95%
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Metacritic 47 Metascore
User score 3.1
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TMDB 52% User score
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Letterboxd 2.2 /5
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Movie Insider 2.5 /5
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The Super Plot Summary
What happens in The Super from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the heart of New York City, a teacher named Ms. Daigle finds herself returning to her dim and unsettling apartment building, which is managed by her landlord, Mr. Johnson. Her day takes a strange turn when he informs her that a master key has gone missing and that all locks need to be replaced. Upon entering her apartment, she discovers that her friend Ann has vanished, leaving behind a note that indicates she had to leave unexpectedly. Additionally, she finds Brad, her disabled student, who relies on her care. After attending to him, Ms. Daigle grades papers with a red pencil while a hidden camera records the events unfolding in Brad’s room.
Full summary
The whole story of The Super, scene by scene
The Super Box Office & Budget
The Super grossed $19,513 worldwide on a $2.3 million budget.
Worldwide gross
$19.5K
- International
- $19.5K
- Budget
- $2.3M
The Super Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Super.
How Well Do You Know The Super?
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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- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What profession does Phil seek to take on in the building?
Cars in The Super
2 cars on screen: the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria and the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid.
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2003 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Background role
The Super Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Le concierge” and “더 슈퍼”.
- Also known as
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- Le concierge
- 더 슈퍼
- Домакинът
- Суперинтендант
- Tamirci
- Портиерът
- Dozorca
- Смотритель
- 숨바꼭질
- Condomínio
- 公寓管理员
- Ο Επικεφαλής
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- O Zelador
- 公寓管理員
- A gondnok
Seen The Super?
Movies Like The Super
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Superhost, Sinister and The Diabolical.
The Super FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Super, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Super?
The Super runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was The Super released?
The Super was released on October 19, 2018.
Who directed The Super?
The Super was directed by Stephan Rick.
More films by Stephan Rick Who is in the cast of The Super?
The Super stars Paul Ben-Victor as Mr. Johnson, Taylor Richardson as Violet and Mattea Conforti as Rose, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Super make at the box office?
The Super grossed $19,513 worldwide on a budget of $2.3 million.
How is The Super rated?
The Super has 5.2/10 on IMDb, 59% on Rotten Tomatoes, 47 on Metacritic and 52% on TMDB.
Does The Super have a post-credit scene?
Yes. The Super has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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