The Can
Synopsis
The Can, a steel shipping container housing a site office, stands alone in an isolated scrapyard. Shut inside is Joe, an unstable, disillusioned security guard. What should have been another quiet night at work descends into a gruelling test as he must untangle a web of lies in a race against the clock to save a life.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Manchester Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mitchell Kendall Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Mitchell Kendall Smith, Louis Cruzat
- Original Score
- Luna Pan
- Original Title
- The Can
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Left Field Pictures, RRB Films (GB)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Mitchell Kendall Smith, Louis Cruzat
Luna Pan
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Louis Cruzat, Mitchell Kendall Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Director
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Writer
Louis Cruzat
Writer
Louis Cruzat
Producer
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Producer
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Director of Photography
Mitchell Kendall Smith
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Can.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Can
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Can about?
The Can, a steel shipping container housing a site office, stands alone in an isolated scrapyard. Shut inside is Joe, an unstable, disillusioned security guard. What should have been another quiet night at work descends into a gruelling test as he must untangle a web of lies in a race against the clock to save a life.
Who directed The Can?
The Can was directed by Mitchell Kendall Smith.
Who stars in The Can?
The principal cast of The Can includes Louis Cruzat, Steven Berkoff, Shaun Dooley, David Schaal, Rebecca Atkinson.
When was The Can released and how long is it?
The Can was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Can?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Can was composed by Luna Pan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Can?
The Can holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).