The Amateur

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The Amateur

PG-13

Released Apr 11

2h 3m

Mystery & Thriller

Action

Drama

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Charlie Heller (Rami Malek) is a brilliant, but deeply introverted decoder for the CIA working out of a basement office at headquarters in Langley whose life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. When his supervisors refuse to take action, he takes matters into his own hands, embarking on a dangerous trek across the globe to track down those responsible, his intelligence serving as the ultimate weapon for eluding his pursuers and achieving his revenge.

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Critics Consensus

Rami Malek is a compellingly unconventional action hero in the otherwise formulaic The Amateur, which dispenses justice with solid execution but a curious lack of emotional stakes.

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Audience Says

Jason Bourne goes geek, The Amateur proves that heart and a good cast can elevate a seen-before premise into an action-packed, thrilling ride.

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Adam Nayman

Toronto Star

There's no artistic pretence to "The Amateur," which hasn't so much been directed as assembled... It’s not so different than other movies, after all, and that’s OK.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jun 17, 2025

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Peter Rainer

FilmWeek (LAist)

It's quite adept... A tribute to "nerd power."

May 13, 2025

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Kristy Puchko

Mashable

The Amateur is a frustratingly old-school thriller in which the most modern element is not the top-notch computer hacking that's crucial to its plotline, but focusing its story of a "wife guy."

Apr 25, 2025

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Michael Calleri

Niagara Gazette

With its intelligent direction and smart script, as well as sharp editing by Jonathan Amos, perfect music, and wonderfully atmospheric cinematography, the well-acted “The Amateur” is as tense and believable as a successful spy movie should be.

Jun 6, 2025

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...seemingly foolproof subject matter that’s employed to partially watchable yet mostly underwhelming effect...

Rated: 2/4

May 15, 2025

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Alicia Gilstorf

Cool Girl Critiques

The Amateur is a delightful foray into action for Malek. Even better, it’s an unexpectedly tender thriller with sharp action that uses psychological warfare to transcend mediocrity.

Rated: 3.5/5

May 14, 2025

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Sheryl H

Surprising unbelievable deception and determination.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/14/25

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Chris

Very good. Ending was eh..

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

06/14/25

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Rome

Genuinely great, refreshing, and immersion. I just like the characters Rami plays so much always consistent and perfectly suited or acted out for em.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/04/25

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Keith B

I loved the movie, very well done!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/31/25

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PHIL

Great intriguing drama with some action... away from cartoon characters and monsters. Go for Rami Malek.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/26/25

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Vanessa

Great actors!!!!! Great action!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/26/25

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Synopsis

Charlie Heller (Rami Malek) is a brilliant, but deeply introverted decoder for the CIA working out of a basement office at headquarters in Langley whose life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. When his supervisors refuse to take action, he takes matters into his own hands, embarking on a dangerous trek across the globe to track down those responsible, his intelligence serving as the ultimate weapon for eluding his pursuers and achieving his revenge.

Director: James Hawes
Producer: Hutch Parker, Dan Wilson, Rami Malek, Joel B. Michaels
Screenwriter: Ken Nolan, Gary Spinelli
Distributor: 20th Century Studios
Production Co: Hutch Parker Entertainment
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Action, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 11, 2025, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 10, 2025
Box Office (Gross USA): $40.8M
Runtime: 2h 3m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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