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The Thicket

Play trailer 2:03 Poster for The Thicket R Released Sep 6, 2024 1h 48m Western Crime Drama Mystery & Thriller Play Trailer Watchlist
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When fierce bounty hunter Reginald Jones (Peter Dinklage) is recruited by a desperate man to track down a ruthless killer known only as Cutthroat Bill (Juliette Lewis), he rallies a band of unlikely heroes including a grave-digging ex-slave and a street-smart woman-for-hire. Together they embark on a perilous quest to track down Cutthroat Bill that leads them into the deadly "no-man's-land" known as...The Thicket.
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Catherine Bray Guardian It’s probably somewhat too stately. But it is an odd, mostly compelling yarn, and acted with gusto and shot with real physical commitment to the wide open spaces and raw chill of the elements. Rated: 3/5 Apr 16, 2025 Full Review William Bibbiani TheWrap The Thicket is an awful story, in a great way. Sep 6, 2024 Full Review Rex Reed Observer Juliette Lewis steals the show in a bleak, action-heavy Western that lacks the depth to match its gritty visuals. Rated: 2/4 Sep 6, 2024 Full Review Joshua Ryan Sunshine State Cineplex The movie constantly asks, “Are the good guys really all that good?” Again, this isn’t necessarily an original concept for the Western genre, but director Elliott Lester handles the idea with grace and delicacy that make the question feel genuine. Rated: 7/10 Jul 19, 2025 Full Review Christian Jones Starburst It’s a thought-provoking meditation on survival and integrity in a world teetering on the edge of collapse. Rated: 4/5 May 21, 2025 Full Review Grant Watson Fiction Machine Fans of the rough, gritty end of the American western will have a ball with The Thicket. Rated: 8/10 Apr 10, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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justin b I will say, the trailer made the film seem like it would have more high octane action, but whats in the trailer in terms of action is in the movie and nothing more. But, the writing, acting and cinematography made up for it. My wife and I really enjoyed the film, so much I actually want to read the book now. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/20/24 Full Review Erin It was a really good movie. It had a really good plot and storyline.The actors and actresses did an excellent job. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/09/24 Full Review Joseph S So fantastic. Dinklage is awesome, of course, but not even the best part. Levon Hawke is a revelation. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/07/24 Full Review Victor L Not sure why theres a lack of promotion for this movie. I didnt even know it was coming out. I saw it tonight and Im glad I did because its an exceptional film. The whole cast did great. Peter Dink stood out and really nailed this roll. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/06/24 Full Review Sean F Really really solid dialogue and gripping score + cinematography. Overall very unpredictable as all modern westerns should be Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/23/25 Full Review Jeff E Fantastic cinematography, and a superb cast. Juliette Lewis is OUTSTANDING (and looks so much like her father in this film). As always, Peter Dinklage is fantastic. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/13/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When fierce bounty hunter Reginald Jones (Peter Dinklage) is recruited by a desperate man to track down a ruthless killer known only as Cutthroat Bill (Juliette Lewis), he rallies a band of unlikely heroes including a grave-digging ex-slave and a street-smart woman-for-hire. Together they embark on a perilous quest to track down Cutthroat Bill that leads them into the deadly "no-man's-land" known as...The Thicket.
Director
Elliott Lester
Producer
Peter Dinklage, Michael Frislev, Shannon Gaulding, David Ginsberg, Andre L III, Elliott Lester, Gianni Nunnari, Brian O'Shea, Chad Oakes, Caddy Vanasirikul
Screenwriter
Chris Kelley
Distributor
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Production Co
Tubi Films, Estuary Films, The Exchange, Orogen Entertainment, Nomadic Pictures
Rating
R
Genre
Western, Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 6, 2024, Limited
Runtime
1h 48m
Sound Mix
Surround
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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