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What We Found (2020): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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What We Found is a 2020 thriller directed by Ben Hickernell, starring Jordan Aaron Hall as Marcus Jackson, Oona Laurence and Giorgia Whigham. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $6,976 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 56/100.

worldwide gross
$7K
Echo Score
56
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What We Found (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Director
Ben Hickernell
Genre
Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is What We Found About?

The premise of What We Found without spoilers.

Marcus and Holly, close friends, start their freshman year at a challenging public high school in Baltimore County, Maryland. Their lives are unexpectedly altered when Cassie, a popular senior, vanishes under mysterious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, Marcus and Holly investigate Cassie’s disappearance, leading them into a complex situation. The search for answers results in a dramatic confrontation, profoundly impacting everyone involved.

What We Found Themes & Keywords

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  • friendship
  • missing friend
  • trio
  • high school
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  • teenager
  • missing person
  • police
  • coming of age
  • psychological
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  • freshman year
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  • close friends
  • freshman
  • public high school
  • suspicious disappearance
  • whodunit
  • black teen
  • african americans
  • handgun
  • police officer
  • black teenager
  • african american
  • teen boy
  • gun
  • black family
  • black teenage boy
  • student
  • african american student
  • black boy
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Cast & crew

What We Found Cast & Characters

Jordan Aaron Hall leads the cast as Marcus Jackson, with Oona Laurence as Holly and Giorgia Whigham as Cassie Williams. Directed by Ben Hickernell; 58 actors are credited in all.

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More from Ben Hickernell

More films directed by Ben Hickernell, best-rated first: Backwards, A Rising Tide and Lebanon, Pa..

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Ratings

What We Found Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 56/100, strongest in character & emotion (70) and weakest in story & flow (45).

56 /100

What We Found Echo Score Breakdown

What We Found delivers a modestly engaging thriller that is hampered by uneven execution. Critics and users acknowledge a premise with potential and moments of effective suspense, yet many note pacing issues, overloaded plot threads, and inconsistent tonal shifts. The film's modest production values and mixed performances lead to a watchable but not memorable experience. Consequently, its overall appeal settles in the middle of the rating spectrum.

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 art and craft, the film shows competent camera work and occasional inventive shots, such as drone‑derived establishing images. Reviewers commend the decent editing and visual variety despite budget limits, but also point out uneven tone changes and occasional jarring cuts. The production design remains functional without standing out. Overall, the technical execution is acceptable but not distinguished.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When it comes to character and emotion, the young leads receive consistent praise for chemistry and believable portrayals, and some critics note nuanced performances. However, several reviewers criticize underdeveloped adult roles and uneven acting in parts of the cast. The emotional resonance is strongest in the central friendship, yet the broader ensemble lacks depth. The net impression is moderately positive.

  • Story & Flow 45

    Regarding story and flow, the narrative attempts to weave multiple serious themes into a single thriller, which many find overly ambitious. Critics describe the pacing as rambling and the plot as improbable, while users highlight cluttered subplots and a predictable resolution. Although moments of suspense are noted, the overall coherence suffers, resulting in a below‑average story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 50

    In the sensory experience, the soundtrack is described as over‑the‑top and occasionally disconnected from the visual tone. Visual style is functional, with some effective composition, yet the overall auditory and musical integration feels uneven. Reviewers do not highlight any standout sound design, leading to a middling assessment of the film's sensory cohesion.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    For rewatch factor, the film offers occasional thrills and a compelling core mystery that may entice repeat viewings for genre fans. Some users express enjoyment sufficient to recommend another look, while others deem it forgettable and not worth revisiting. The mixed sentiment places its replay value in the average range.

Box office

What We Found Box Office

What We Found grossed $6,976 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$7K

US & Canada
$7K
Videos

What We Found Trailers & Videos

The trailer of What We Found.

What We Found TRAILER | 2020
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What We Found Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “The Buried Girl” and “기묘한 이야기: 리유니온”.

Also known as
  • The Buried Girl
  • 기묘한 이야기: 리유니온
  • 我们发现了什么
  • Погребённая девушка, რაც ჩვენ ვიპოვნეთ
  • Um Corpo no Escuro
  • Odnajdziemy cię

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FAQ

What We Found FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of What We Found, each answered in a sentence.

How long is What We Found?

What We Found runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was What We Found released?

What We Found was released on July 31, 2020.

Who directed What We Found?

What We Found was directed by Ben Hickernell.

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Who is in the cast of What We Found?

What We Found stars Jordan Aaron Hall as Marcus Jackson, Oona Laurence as Holly and Giorgia Whigham as Cassie Williams, among 58 credited actors.

How much did What We Found make at the box office?

What We Found grossed $6,976 worldwide.

Does What We Found have a post-credit scene?

No. What We Found has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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