Twinless (2025): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Twinless is a 2025 comedy starring Dylan O'Brien as Rocky / Roman, James Sweeney and Aisling Franciosi. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $1.4 million worldwide on a $2 million budget. It earned 4 award nominations, including Best Feature at the Spirit Awards 2026. IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.
What Is Twinless About?
The premise of Twinless without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Following the funeral of his identical twin, Rocky, Roman returns to his hometown. Rocky was a charismatic and intelligent man, beloved by many, a stark contrast to Roman’s reserved nature. Grappling with the loss of his other half, Roman finds solace in a twin bereavement group where he unexpectedly connects with Dennis. Dennis shares striking similarities to Rocky, forging a unique and intense friendship that blurs the lines between camaraderie and familial connection.
Twinless Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- gay
- gay kiss
- gay interest
- male rear nudity
- male nudity
- gay man
- gay sex
- friendship between men
- nudity
- grief
- death of twin
- sex scene
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- homosexuality
- gay man straight man relationship
- reference to sims game
- unlikely friendship
- friendship
- support group
- man hugs
- cookie
- bare chested male
- man hugs a man
- pop tarts
- reference to forest whitaker
- one word title
- handshake
- crying man
- african american woman
- funeral
- walking at night
- eating a sandwich
- yelling
- meeting
- hugs
- dark comedy
- mother son argue
- black woman
- violinist
- mother son relationship
- raise your hand
- looking at someone
- twins
- restaurant
- sandwich
- eating a cookie
- idaho
- man in a shower
- picture
- having a nightmare
- lemon
Twinless Cast & Characters
Dylan O'Brien leads the cast as Rocky / Roman, with James Sweeney as Dennis and Aisling Franciosi as Marcie.
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Dylan O'Brien as Rocky / Roman - James Sweeney as Dennis
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Aisling Franciosi as Marcie -
Lauren Graham
Also Starring in Twinless
· 11 more- Susan Park Sage
- Cree Cicchino
- Teddy Van Ee Ken
- François Arnaud
- Tasha Smith
- Chris Perfetti
- Arkira Chantaratananond Judy
- Heidi Herschbach Betty
- Kody Harvard Eric
- Conner Deadrick Duncan
- Jannette Bloom
Twinless Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate Twinless 7.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 87/100, strongest in art & craft (90) and weakest in character & emotion (78).
Twinless Echo Score Breakdown
Twinless delivers a confident blend of dark comedy and heartfelt grief, anchored by strong direction and a lively script that keeps the narrative off‑balance yet engaging. Critics repeatedly note the film’s sharp tonal shifts, witty dialogue, and effective emotional beats, though some find the moral ambiguity of the lead characters less compelling. The visual tone is consistently pitched to underline the bleak humor, and the performances, particularly Dylan O’Brien’s, are largely praised. Consequently, the film offers a memorable, if occasionally 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 90
The direction and screenplay exhibit a confident, daring approach, with tightly paced editing and a visual palette that reinforces the film’s dark comedic tone. Critics commend Sweeney’s craftsmanship and the production design’s subtle support of the narrative, resulting in a cohesive artistic package.
- Character & Emotion 78
Performances are generally praised, with Dylan O’Brien’s charisma and nuanced delivery highlighted as a central strength. Supporting actors convey the complexities of grief, adding emotional depth. However, a minority of critics feel the protagonists’ moral ambiguity hinders audience connection, tempering overall character appeal.
- Story & Flow 88
The plot intertwines dark humor with a sincere examination of loss, delivering an unpredictable trajectory that keeps viewers engaged. Critics note the screenplay’s skill in balancing outrageous moments with poignant beats, though the tonal swings occasionally challenge the overall narrative cohesion.
- Sensory Experience 84
Cinematography employs a muted, shadow‑rich palette that accentuates the film’s bleak comedy, while sound design mixes subtle ambient tones with sharp comedic beats. Reviewers commend the overall visual consistency and auditory timing for effectively reinforcing the unsettling yet witty atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 80
The film’s blend of unpredictable plot turns, sharp humor, and resonant emotional moments grants it a strong rewatch appeal. Critics suggest that its layered tonal shifts and nuanced performances reward multiple viewings, allowing audiences to discover new details on subsequent watches.
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IMDb 7.3 /10
14723 votes
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TMDB 72% User score
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Twinless Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Twinless from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Dennis, a young gay man living in Portland, Oregon, meets a man named Rocky at a diner, and they sleep together. Over the next few days, Rocky ignores Dennis and his attempts to communicate, leading Dennis to visit Rocky’s apartment in an attempt to speak with him. Unobserved, he sees Rocky with another man and follows them in his car. He eventually approaches them on the road and confronts Rocky for rejecting him. Rocky is hit by a car and killed.
Full summary
The whole story of Twinless, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Twinless Box Office & Budget
Twinless grossed $1.4 million worldwide on a $2 million budget, 70% of what it cost. $1.3 million came from the US and Canada and $138,746 (10%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1.4M
70% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $1.3M
- International
- $138.7K
- Budget
- $2M
Twinless Awards & Nominations
Twinless earned 4 award nominations, including Best Feature at the Spirit Awards 2026. The 4 nominations come from 2 ceremonies, the most at the Spirit Awards 2026.
4 nominations2 ceremonies
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Spirit Awards 2026 3 nominations- Nominated Best Feature
- Nominated Best Lead Performance – Dylan O'Brien
- Nominated Best Screenplay
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Artios Awards 2026 1 nomination- Nominated Feature Studio or Independent – Comedy
Twinless Trailers & Videos
6 videos: 3 trailers and 3 featurettes.
- Trailer Official Trailer
- Trailer Official Australian Trailer
- Featurette “I was actually afraid of this” Dylan O’Brien & James Sweeney on 'Twinless’
- Featurette Dylan O’Brien On Trust & Relationships - Twinless Q&A
How Well Do You Know Twinless?
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 city does Dennis live in at the beginning of the film?
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Twinless FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Twinless, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Twinless?
Twinless runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Twinless released?
Twinless was released on January 23, 2025.
Who is in the cast of Twinless?
Twinless stars Dylan O'Brien as Rocky / Roman, James Sweeney as Dennis and Aisling Franciosi as Marcie, among 15 credited actors.
How much did Twinless make at the box office?
Twinless grossed $1.4 million worldwide ($1.3 million domestic, $138,746 international) on a budget of $2 million.
How is Twinless rated?
Twinless has 7.3/10 on IMDb and 72% on TMDB.
Was Twinless nominated for any awards?
Twinless received 4 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Twinless have a post-credit scene?
No. Twinless has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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