The Critic
“Ambition seduces. Power corrupts.”
Synopsis
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-08-23
Top Cast
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Ian McKellen
Jimmy Erskine
Gemma Arterton
Nina Land
Mark Strong
David Brooke
Lesley Manville
Annabel Land
Ben Barnes
Stephen Wyley
Romola Garai
Cora Wyley
Alfred Enoch
Tom Tunner
Ron Cook
Hugh Morris
Claire Skinner
Mary Brooke
Matthew Cottle
Graham Meadows
Beau Gadsdon
Freya
Nikesh Patel
Ferdy Harwood
Rebecca Gethings
Joan
Éva Magyar
Dolly Langdon
Jay Simpson
Slyfield
Jacob James Beswick
Robbie
Nicholas Bishop
Richard Pugh
Albie Marber
Lennie
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 46 DaysToronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 13, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 29, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
December 9, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$825K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anand Tucker
- Screenplay & Story
- Patrick Marber
- Original Score
- Craig Armstrong
- Original Title
- The Critic
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Worldwide Gross
- $825K
- Production Studios
- BK Studios, Seven Stories, Greenwich Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anand Tucker
Patrick Marber
Craig Armstrong
David Higgs
David Gilbery, Bill Kenwright, Tom Butterfield, Naomi George, Luke Scrase
Department Leadership Roster
Anand Tucker
Director
David Gilbery
Producer
Bill Kenwright
Producer
Lucienne Suren
Production Design
Patrick Marber
Writer
Craig Armstrong
Original Music Composer
David Higgs
Director of Photography
Jolyon Symonds
Producer
Claire Finlay-Thompson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Violence • Stressful Scenes
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Critic
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What is The Critic about?
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
Who directed The Critic?
The Critic was directed by Anand Tucker.
Who stars in The Critic?
The principal cast of The Critic includes Ian McKellen, Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, Ben Barnes.
When was The Critic released and how long is it?
The Critic was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
How much did The Critic make at the box office?
The Critic grossed $825K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Critic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Critic was composed by Craig Armstrong.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Critic?
The Critic holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).