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The Usual Suspects

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"The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist," says con man Kint, drawing a comparison to the most enigmatic criminal of all time, Keyser Söze. Kint attempts to convince the feds that the mythic crime lord not only exists, but is also responsible for drawing Kint and his four partners into a multi-million dollar heist that ended with an explosion in San Pedro Harbor - leaving few survivors.
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Expertly shot and edited, The Usual Suspects gives the audience a simple plot and then piles on layers of deceit, twists, and violence before pulling out the rug from underneath.

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Manohla Dargis Spin 12/27/2022
Singer has an obvious grasp of craft, but it's far less clear whether he has anything to say about movies, violence, the world, or his place in the world. Go to Full Review Doug Thomas Seattle Times 06/18/2013
3.5/4
An imaginative, entertaining crime mystery with plenty of nerve and vigor. Go to Full Review Jay Boyar Orlando Sentinel 06/18/2013
If the pleasures of The Usual Suspects are the more superficial ones of ingenuity and style, those are abundantly available. The twists and turns of the plot are an awful lot of fun, while the ending is genuinely satisfying and surprising. Go to Full Review Todd James Vue Weekly (Edmonton, Alberta) 03/29/2024
2/5
The end of this movie doesn't justify the means as director Bryan Singer takes his audience on a cat and mouse chase that never finds its way. Go to Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews 01/09/2024
4/4
...a perpetually engrossing endeavor that benefits from its myriad of above-average, inherently spellbinding attributes... Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 11/07/2022
3.5/4
With one Internet to rule them all, it's hard for most folks to avoid cinematic spoilers of yore (whether it's the sled in Citizen Kane or the penis in The Crying Game), but even knowing the answer shouldn't spoil this film's myriad other pleasures. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ken W 1d One of the very best crime dramas ever. 99 Stars See more Thomas H. @Fr8ght_Trian Feb 8 The Usual suspects is a complicated 3 stars because the movie had a complicated story. Full disclosure: I had the twist spoiled 8 years before I saw anything else about this movie. So automatically it wasn’t as impactful for me. The story spends the first 40 minutes just setting up the pieces. Once it does final start moving the pieces it was throughly engaging. I just wish it had kicked into gear sooner. See more Lorenzo G @garofalo_lor Feb 2 The film is certainly gripping. It's packed with action and suspense. I found it technically interesting in terms of photography and editing. The narrative jumps around, from flashbacks to characters engaging in dialogue. Occasionally, random aphorisms about power and life, more or less profound, pop up. It's definitely not my kind of film. I'm not a fan of those where the gun is turned. But overall, it's a cute story and quite enjoyable, especially if you're an action fan. The performances are on point. My only criticism is that it can sometimes be difficult to follow the narrative thread: I recommend staying alert. See more Dave W. @Willison Jan 27 I first saw this movie on a flight decades ago. I continue to go back to it over and over again. See more Mickey B. @Mickerdoo Jan 20 One of my favorite reveals of all time. Leads you all around. Love the different characters. See more Tyler P. @TylerPhoenixMD Jan 12 Classic crime movie. Not to be slept on! The story, acting, pacing is on point. Really fun watch, would recommend to anyone into action, crime or thriller! Some amazing shots of NYC too! See more Read all reviews
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Bryan Singer

Director

Stephen Baldwin

Michael McManus

Gabriel Byrne

Dean Keaton

Chazz Palminteri

Dave Kujan

Kevin Pollak

Todd Hockney

Pete Postlethwaite

Kobayashi

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Synopsis "The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist," says con man Kint, drawing a comparison to the most enigmatic criminal of all time, Keyser Söze. Kint attempts to convince the feds that the mythic crime lord not only exists, but is also responsible for drawing Kint and his four partners into a multi-million dollar heist that ended with an explosion in San Pedro Harbor - leaving few survivors.
Director
Bryan Singer
Producer
Michael McDonnell
Screenwriter
Christopher McQuarrie
Distributor
Gramercy Pictures
Production Co
Bad Hat Harry
Rating
R (Violence|Strong Language)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 16, 1995, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 27, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$22.6M
Runtime
1h 45m
Sound Mix
Dolby Stereo, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Surround, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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