The Box
"You are the experiment."
Originally released in 2009. The Box is a thriller/science fiction film. directed by Richard Kelly.
Starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden, and Frank Langella
Synopsis
Norma and Arthur Lewis, a suburban couple with a young child, receive a simple wooden box as a gift, which bears fatal and irrevocable consequences. A mysterious stranger delivers the message that the box promises to bestow upon its owner $1 million with the press of a button. However pressing this button will simultaneously cause the death of another human being somewhere in the world; someone they don't know. With just 24 hours to have the box in their possession, Norma and Arthur find themselves in the cross-hairs of a startling moral dilemma and must face the true nature of their humanity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (1,844 votes)
Budget
$30M
Production budget
Box Office
$33.3M
1.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $30,000,000
- Revenue
- $33,333,531
Production Companies
- MRC
- Radar Pictures
- Darko Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Box about?
Norma and Arthur Lewis, a suburban couple with a young child, receive a simple wooden box as a gift, which bears fatal and irrevocable consequences. A mysterious stranger delivers the message that ...
Who directed The Box?
The Box was directed by Richard Kelly.
How long is The Box?
The Box has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Box released?
The Box was released on October 29, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Box?
The main cast of The Box includes Cameron Diaz, James Marsden, Frank Langella, James Rebhorn, Holmes Osborne.
Is The Box worth watching?
The Box has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 1,844 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.