Sleeping Dogs
“Some lies never die.”
Synopsis
Roy Freeman, an ex-homicide detective with a fractured memory, is forced to revisit a case he can't remember. As a man's life hangs in the balance on death row, Freeman must piece together the brutal evidence from a decade-old murder investigation, uncovering a sinister web of buried secrets and betrayals linking to his past. With only instincts to trust, he faces a chilling truth - sometimes, it's best to let sleeping dogs lie.
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UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-06-12
Top Cast
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Russell Crowe
Roy Freeman
Karen Gillan
Laura Baines / Elizabeth Westlake
Marton Csokas
Dr. Joseph Wieder
Tommy Flanagan
Jimmy Remis
Thomas M. Wright
Wayne Devereaux
Harry Greenwood
Richard Finn
Pacharo Mzembe
Isaac Samuel
Lynn Gilmartin
Diane Lynch
Paula Arundell
Susan Avery
Elizabeth Blackmore
Dana Finn
Kelly Greyson
Emily Dietz
Arthur Angel
Bartender Jessie
Adam T Perkins
Corrections Officer Smith
Ming-Zhu Hii
Dr. Margaret Xu
Simon Maiden
Eddie Finn
Jasper Bagg
O'Toole
Jane Harber
Catherine Finn
Cessalee Stovall
Forensic Photographer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 19 DaysMarch 21, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 9, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
October 2, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Cooper
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Collage, Adam Cooper, E.O. Chirovici
- Original Score
- David Hirschfelder
- Original Title
- Sleeping Dogs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Nickel City Pictures, New Leaf Literary & Media, Highland Film Group, G2 Dispatch, Gala Media Capital, JaiD7 Pictures, Screen Australia, Film Victoria
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Cooper
Bill Collage, Adam Cooper, E.O. Chirovici
David Hirschfelder
Ben Nott
Matt Villa
Mark Fasano, Adam Cooper, Bill Collage, Pouya Shahbazian, Matthew Goldberg
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Fasano
Producer
Adam Cooper
Producer
Bill Collage
Producer
Pouya Shahbazian
Producer
Adam Cooper
Director
Bill Collage
Writer
Adam Cooper
Writer
Ben Nott
Director of Photography
Penelope Southgate
Production Design
Matt Villa
Editor
David Hirschfelder
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleeping Dogs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sleeping Dogs about?
Roy Freeman, an ex-homicide detective with a fractured memory, is forced to revisit a case he can't remember. As a man's life hangs in the balance on death row, Freeman must piece together the brutal evidence from a decade-old murder investigation, uncovering a sinister web of buried secrets and betrayals linking to his past. With only instincts to trust, he faces a chilling truth - sometimes, it's best to let sleeping dogs lie.
Who directed Sleeping Dogs?
Sleeping Dogs was directed by Adam Cooper.
Who stars in Sleeping Dogs?
The principal cast of Sleeping Dogs includes Russell Crowe, Karen Gillan, Marton Csokas, Tommy Flanagan, Thomas M. Wright.
When was Sleeping Dogs released and how long is it?
Sleeping Dogs was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Sleeping Dogs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sleeping Dogs was composed by David Hirschfelder.
Is Sleeping Dogs based on a book or true story?
Sleeping Dogs is adapted from the following source material: Book: "E.O. Chirovici".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sleeping Dogs?
Sleeping Dogs holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: 14A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).