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The Machinist (2004)

“How do you wake up from a nightmare if you’re not asleep?”

7.5/10 · 6,331 votes 1h 42m r ThrillerDrama

#21 of 179 films from 2004 #244 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Brad Anderson · Written by Scott Kosar

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Overview

Trevor, an insomniac lathe operator, experiences unusual occurrences at work and home. A strange man follows him everywhere, but no one else seems to notice him.

Cast

Christian Baleas Trevor Reznik
Jennifer Jason Leighas Stevie
Aitana Sánchez-Gijónas Marie
John Sharianas Ivan
Michael Ironsideas Miller
Lawrence Gilliard Jr.as Jackson
Reg E. Catheyas Jones
Anna Masseyas Mrs. Shike
Matthew Romero Mooreas Nicholas
Robert Longas Supervisor Furman
Colin Stintonas Inspector Rogers
Craig Stevensonas Tucker
Ferran Lahozas Gonzales
Jeremy Xidoas Evangelisti

Facts

Release dateSeptember 24, 2004
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) — about the same as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$5,000,000
Box office$8,203,235 (1.6× budget)
IMDbtt0361862

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Questions

How long is The Machinist?
The Machinist runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is The Machinist worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 6,331 votes, which places it #21 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 89%) and #244 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Machinist?
The Machinist was directed by Brad Anderson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Stonehearst Asylum (2014), Fractured (2019), The Call (2013).
Who stars in The Machinist?
Christian Bale as Trevor Reznik; Jennifer Jason Leigh as Stevie; Aitana Sánchez-Gijón as Marie; John Sharian as Ivan; Michael Ironside as Miller; Lawrence Gilliard Jr. as Jackson.
What is The Machinist rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Machinist?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/50076.

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