K-PAX

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K-PAX

PG-13

Released Oct 26, 2001

2h 0m

Drama

Sci-Fi

Fantasy

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Tells the story of a mysterious patient (Kevin Spacey) at a mental hospital who claims to be from a distant planet called K-PAX. As his psychiatrist (Jeff Bridges) tries to figure out exactly how to help the patient, he gradually begins to realize that the so-called alien is having a remarkable effect on the mental health of the hospital's other patients.

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For those who have seen One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest or Starman, K-Pax may not hold anything new. The movie works best as a showcase for Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Terrific acting by Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 24, 2010

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Keith Uhlich

ToxicUniverse.com

Casting [Spacey and Bridges] against each other gives their scenes together a believability and intensity that comes directly out of their contrasting acting styles.

Rated: 2.5/5

Feb 7, 2003

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Steven D. Greydanus

Decent Films

The most shameless psychological quackery to come out of Hollywood since Mumford.

Rated: D

May 9, 2002

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

A spiritual and intellectual wonderland of filmmaking.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Sep 13, 2020

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Kathi Maio

The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction

Generally speaking, K-PAX actually works better as a film than as a novel. And it's not often you can say that!

Feb 27, 2020

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Pat Stacey

The Herald (Ireland)

Who else but [Jeff] Bridges could invest a mouldering clich like the world weary shrink who can solve everyone's problems but not his own with such depth and feeling? What a truly wonderful actor he is.

Oct 17, 2017

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Paul S

It moved really slow, and I was bored at times. Despite its pacing, this movie was great! It has one of the most enigmatic protagonists I've ever seen in a movie, and Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges absolutely shine in their roles. I definitely recommend it for sci-fi and drama fans!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/05/25

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Gustavo R

Sabe um filme na vibe de Efeito Borboleta, A espera de um milagre? Que não só o protagonista mas todos ao redor são carismáticos?! Esse é o filme, intrigante, não te da respostas gratuitas de graça. Achei muito divertido. Fazia tempo q não via um filme tão original como esse.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

09/23/25

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Chaz K

This is an amazing movie, highly recommend it! was interesting, unique, and great acting! 5 stars

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/19/25

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Green C

Love this movie. Utterly beautiful performances by Spacey and Bridges. Oscar-worthy by Spacey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/14/25

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Audience Member

The critics got this so wrong. This is a great movie, entertaining throughout, and thought provoking. Outstanding acting by Jeff Bridges and Kevin Spacey - the hypnotism scenes were Oscar worthy. The rest of the cast was wonderful as well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/08/25

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One of Spacey's best performances. Bridges did a wonderful job as Dr. Powell. Honorable mention: David Patrick Kelly as Howie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/07/25

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Synopsis

Tells the story of a mysterious patient (Kevin Spacey) at a mental hospital who claims to be from a distant planet called K-PAX. As his psychiatrist (Jeff Bridges) tries to figure out exactly how to help the patient, he gradually begins to realize that the so-called alien is having a remarkable effect on the mental health of the hospital's other patients.

Director: Iain Softley
Producer: Lawrence Gordon, Lloyd Levin, Robert F. Colesberry
Screenwriter: Charles Leavitt, Gene Brewer
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Lawrence Gordon Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Sensuality|Brief Language|Sequences of Violence)
Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 26, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 18, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $50.3M
Runtime: 2h 0m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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