The Box (2009)
Movie 1h 55m ★ 5.6/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, blow my mind
Released in 2009, The Box is a science fiction and thriller movie. It is directed by Richard Kelly. The cast includes John Magaro, James Marsden and James Rebhorn. The running time is 1h 55m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 5.6 out of 10.
Synopsis
Norma and Arthur Lewis, a suburban couple with a young child, receive a simple wooden box as a gift, which bears fatal and irrevocable consequences. A mysterious stranger delivers the message that the box promises to bestow upon its owner $1 million with the press of a button. However pressing this button will simultaneously cause the death of another human being somewhere in the world; someone they don't know. With just 24 hours to have the box in their possession, Norma and Arthur find themselves in the cross-hairs of a startling moral dilemma and must face the true nature of their humanity.
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Cast & crew
- Richard KellyDirector
- John Magaroas Charles
- James Marsdenas Arthur Lewis
- James Rebhornas Norm Cahill
- Cameron Diazas Norma Lewis
- Holmes Osborneas Dick Burns
- Frank Langellaas Arlington Steward
- Celia Westonas Lana Burns
- Gillian Jacobsas Dana
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Questions about The Box
- What genre is The Box?
- The Box is categorised as Science Fiction, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Box?
- John Magaro, James Marsden, James Rebhorn, Cameron Diaz, Holmes Osborne appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Box?
- Richard Kelly directed The Box.
- How long is The Box?
- The Box runs for 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- Is The Box worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 5.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Box?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
