The Thicket

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The Thicket

R

Released Sep 6, 2024

1h 48m

Western

Crime

Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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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

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William Bibbiani

TheWrap

The Thicket is an awful story, in a great way.

Sep 6, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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Jeffrey M. Anderson

Common Sense Media

This Western probably could have used more space to dig a little further into some of its characters, but, even as-is, it's a gorgeous, rousing movie focused on two fascinatingly damaged souls.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 24, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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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

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M A

The Thicket is a cold, eerie Western that sticks with you. Peter Dinklage brings real weight to the role with barely a word, and Juliette Lewis is magnetic, unpredictable and unforgettable. The frozen landscape feels haunted, and the story unfolds with a slow, tense rhythm. It’s gritty, emotional, and the performances give it real depth.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/09/25

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Eve F

The Thicket is a gritty, atmospheric Western that delivers more than you’d expect. Peter Dinklage is quietly magnetic as a bounty hunter with a broken past, and Juliette Lewis steals every scene as the brutal and unforgettable Cut Throat Bill. The snowy, isolated landscape adds a haunting chill to the story, making it feel both mythic and grounded. It’s raw, strange, emotional, and beautifully shot. I honestly don’t know how I missed this one. It’s the kind of film that sticks with you, and you wonder why no one was talking about it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/09/25

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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.

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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