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Play trailer 2:19 Poster for Next PG-13 Released Apr 27, 2007 1h 36m Sci-Fi Action Play Trailer Watchlist
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Blessed, or cursed, with the ability to see events minutes before they occur, Cris Johnson (Nicolas Cage) earns a living as a magician in Las Vegas and keeps a low profile under an alias. When terrorists threaten to detonate a nuclear weapon in Los Angeles, government agent Callie Ferris (Julianne Moore) goes on the hunt for Cris and hopes to convince him to help her stop the coming apocalypse.
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Numerous plot holes and poorly motivated characters prevent Next from being the thought-provoking sci-fi flick it could've been.

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J. R. Jones Chicago Reader This busy sci-fi thriller often seems like a page full of equations rendered meaningless by an early misplaced decimal point. Dec 3, 2007 Full Review Nick Schager Lessons of Darkness It's debatable whether Cage's supernatural ability is any more interesting than his strange coiffure. Rated: C+ Nov 17, 2007 Full Review Nigel Floyd Time Out Another failed attempt to bring Dick's deliriously paranoid mind-set to the screen. Sep 22, 2007 Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins It missteps from time to time with its narrative and tone, while also stumbling badly at the conclusion. Rated: 5/10 Nov 27, 2020 Full Review Megan Basham WORLD The concept behind it is fine, but the execution is terrible. Oct 16, 2018 Full Review Tom Meek Boston Phoenix Tamahori and the phalanx of writers implode Dick's intriguing premise into a pedantic thriller. Rated: 2/4 Apr 23, 2009 Full Review Read all reviews

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Shane O Some good ideas it it . Nic cage is good in it , he hooks you in straight away. It drags a little towards the end. But you can always just loon at his hair Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/20/25 Full Review Terry S Well I enjoyed it. It was a fun movie with interesting ideas, and considering I went into it fully expecting to hate it, as I'm not much of a fan of most of Cage's films, I was pleasantly surprised. Give it a shot, you might like it too Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/12/25 Full Review Jack P Bad writing good actors cool idea! Poor script, the movie has no Direction You just don’t care about the characters in the end Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 02/10/25 Full Review Captain A I thought this was an amazing movie with an original plot. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/22/25 Full Review Ralph R Next (2007) starts with an exciting premise that immediately hooks you. Nicolas Cage plays Cris Johnson, a man with the unique ability to see a few minutes into his future. The first act delivers on the concept, balancing intrigue and action with some fun moments where his abilities shine. It sets the stage for something big, and you can feel the potential brimming as the story begins to unfold. However, as the second act progresses, the movie starts to lose its way. The momentum slows, and while there are still moments of brilliance, like a few thought-provoking quotes about beauty and perception, it feels like the film is more focused on reaching a predetermined conclusion than fully exploring the depth of Cris' abilities or the psychological impact they have on him and others. The performances from Cage and Jessica Biel are enjoyable, and their chemistry works well enough to carry the more personal scenes, even when the script feels underdeveloped. Despite its flaws, Next still has moments that stick with you, and the ending adds an unexpected twist that makes you reflect on what came before. While the movie doesn't quite deliver on its full potential, it remains an entertaining watch if you enjoy high-concept sci-fi thrillers. It's the kind of film that leaves you wondering how much better it could have been with a stronger focus on character depth and the world-building around its unique concept. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/19/25 Full Review Sterling A "Next," directed by Lee Tamahori, offers an engaging blend of science fiction, action, and suspense with Nicolas Cage leading the charge. Cage plays Cris Johnson, a man with the ability to see two minutes into the future, and he brings his trademark intensity and charisma to the role. The film's unique premise is a standout, exploring the fascinating concept of precognition. The story keeps you hooked with its thrilling twists and turns as Cris uses his abilities to outsmart those who seek to exploit him. Julianne Moore and Jessica Biel deliver solid performances, adding depth and emotion to the film. Visually, "Next" impresses with well-executed action sequences and special effects that enhance the narrative. The pacing is brisk, ensuring there's never a dull moment. While "Next" may not delve deeply into its intriguing concept as much as one might hope, it delivers a thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable experience. Nicolas Cage's performance and the film's imaginative premise make it a four-star movie worth watching for fans of sci-fi thrillers. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/13/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Blessed, or cursed, with the ability to see events minutes before they occur, Cris Johnson (Nicolas Cage) earns a living as a magician in Las Vegas and keeps a low profile under an alias. When terrorists threaten to detonate a nuclear weapon in Los Angeles, government agent Callie Ferris (Julianne Moore) goes on the hunt for Cris and hopes to convince him to help her stop the coming apocalypse.
Director
Lee Tamahori
Producer
Nicolas Cage, Todd Garner, Norman Golightly, Graham King, Arne Schmidt
Screenwriter
Gary Goldman, Jonathan Hensleigh, Paul Bernbaum
Distributor
Paramount Pictures
Production Co
Revolution Studios, Broken Road, Saturn Films
Rating
PG-13 (Some Language|Intense Violent Sequences)
Genre
Sci-Fi, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 27, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 14, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$18.0M
Runtime
1h 36m
Sound Mix
Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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