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Spider (2002)

โ€œThe only thing worse than losing your mind... is finding it again.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 970 votes 1h 38m r ThrillerDramaMystery

#70 of 154 films from 2002 #1017 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by David Cronenberg ยท Written by Patrick McGrath

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Overview

A mentally disturbed man takes residence in a halfway house. His mind gradually slips back into the realm created by his illness, where he replays a key part of his childhood.

Cast

Ralph Fiennesas Spider
Miranda Richardsonas Yvonne / Mrs. Cleg
Gabriel Byrneas Bill Cleg
Lynn Redgraveas Mrs. Wilkinson
John Nevilleas Terrence
Philip Craigas John
Bradley Hallas Spider Boy
Gary Reinekeas Freddy
Sara Stockbridgeas Gladys
Cliff Saundersas Bob
Tara Ellisas Nora
Arthur Whybrowas Ernie
Nicola Duffettas Barmaid
Jake Nightingaleas Large Man

Facts

Release dateNovember 6, 2002
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” about the same as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$5,809,240 (0.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0278731

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Questions

How long is Spider?
Spider runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Spider worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 970 votes, which places it #70 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 55%) and #1017 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Spider?
Spider was directed by David Cronenberg. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Fly (1986), Eastern Promises (2007), Videodrome (1983).
Who stars in Spider?
Ralph Fiennes as Spider; Miranda Richardson as Yvonne / Mrs. Cleg; Gabriel Byrne as Bill Cleg; Lynn Redgrave as Mrs. Wilkinson; John Neville as Terrence; Philip Craig as John.
What is Spider rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Spider?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/51816.

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