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Along Came a Spider

2001·Movie
1h 44min·R
IMDb6.4Metacritic426.7Rotten Tomatoes32%53%

Where to watch

fuboTVMGM+Paramount+PhiloStarzTubi TV

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The game is far from over.

After the harrowing death of his partner, forensic psychologist and best-selling author Alex Cross cannot forgive himself and has retreated to the peace of retirement. But when a brilliant criminal kidnaps a senator's young daughter, he is lured back into action as the kidnapper wants to deal with Alex personally. Teamed with Jezzie Flanigan, the Secret Service agent assigned to protect the missing girl, Alex follows a serpentine trail of clues that leads him to a stunning discovery - the kidnapper wants more than just ransom.
Cat-and-Mouse ThrillerForensic PsychologyKidnapping InvestigationMind GamesDetective StoryHigh StakesWashington D.C. SettingSecrets and Deception

Crew

Directed by:
Kevin Fair, Kevin Fair, Lee Tamahori
Written by:
James Patterson, Marc Moss
Produced by:
Morgan Freeman, Denise Chamian, Barbara Harris
Composed by:
Jerry Goldsmith, Jerry Goldsmith, Chris Jenkins

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Questions about Along Came a Spider

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Where can I stream Along Came a Spider legally?

fuboTVMGM+Paramount+PhiloStarzTubi TV

Along Came a Spider is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Along Came a Spider worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 32%, and Metacritic 42). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Along Came a Spider rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Along Came a Spider?

1 h 44 min

Along Came a Spider runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Along Came a Spider based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Along Came a Spider?

Critics37
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate Along Came a Spider higher (61) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Along Came a Spider a box office hit?

Budget$60 million
Box office$105 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $105 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.

What language is Along Came a Spider in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Along Came a Spider?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Along Came a Spider in 119 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Along Came a Spider use?

Groin AttackEvil PlanWham LineDeath by AdaptationHope SpotThe RevealJurisdiction FrictionDeadpan SnarkerEnhance ButtonRansom DropDidn't Think This ThroughArtistic License – Historyand 28 more

TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Along Came a Spider, including Groin Attack, Evil Plan, Wham Line.