The Ruse
Synopsis
An in-home caregiver fears for her life after being assigned to a mysterious elderly patient in a remote seaside home.
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The Ruse | Official Trailer | Horror Brains
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-04-04
Top Cast
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Veronica Cartwright
Olivia
Michael Steger
Tom
Drew Moerlein
Ben
Kayleigh Anne Ruller
Tracy
T.C. Carter
Jacob
Janet López
Alice Page
Madelyn Dundon
Dale
Bill Sorice
Albert
Heather Drew
Reporter
Ralph Ayala
Detective Diaz
Robertson Michaud
Police Officer
Michael Bakkensen
Detective Burke
Nicola Jeanette Silber
Penny
Heather Drew
Reporter
Benjamin Breadmore
Officer Jones
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 90 DaysMaine International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 16, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 14, 2025
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stevan Mena
- Screenplay & Story
- Stevan Mena
- Original Score
- Stevan Mena
- Original Title
- The Ruse
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Mena Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stevan Mena
Stevan Mena
Stevan Mena
Cory Geryak
John Caglione Jr., Stevan Mena, Vincent Butta, John Mullen
Department Leadership Roster
Stevan Mena
Writer
John Caglione Jr.
Producer
Stevan Mena
Director
Cory Geryak
Director of Photography
Stevan Mena
Producer
Jack Ryan
Production Design
Natalie Arango
Costume Design
Vincent MacTiernan
Visual Effects Supervisor
Stevan Mena
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ruse
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What is The Ruse about?
An in-home caregiver fears for her life after being assigned to a mysterious elderly patient in a remote seaside home.
Who directed The Ruse?
The Ruse was directed by Stevan Mena.
Who stars in The Ruse?
The principal cast of The Ruse includes Veronica Cartwright, Michael Steger, Drew Moerlein, Kayleigh Anne Ruller, T.C. Carter.
When was The Ruse released and how long is it?
The Ruse was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Ruse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Ruse was composed by Stevan Mena.