The Circle movie poster

The Circle

"Knowing is good. Knowing everything is better."

April 27, 2017 1h 50m 5.5/10 (4,527 votes)

Originally released in 2017. The Circle is a drama/thriller film. directed by James Ponsoldt.

Starring Emma Watson, Tom Hanks, and John Boyega

Synopsis

A young tech worker takes a job at a powerful Internet corporation, quickly rises up the company's ranks, and soon finds herself in a perilous situation concerning privacy, surveillance and freedom. She comes to learn that her decisions and actions will determine the future of humanity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 27, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (4,527 votes)
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Budget $18M Production budget
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Box Office $40.7M 2.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Arab Emirates + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$40,651,864

Production Companies

  • Parkes+MacDonald Image Nation
  • Route One Entertainment
  • Playtone
  • Likely Story
  • 1978 Films
  • Image Nation Abu Dhabi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Circle about?

A young tech worker takes a job at a powerful Internet corporation, quickly rises up the company's ranks, and soon finds herself in a perilous situation concerning privacy, surveillance and freedom...

Who directed The Circle?

The Circle was directed by James Ponsoldt.

How long is The Circle?

The Circle has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was The Circle released?

The Circle was released on April 27, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Circle?

The main cast of The Circle includes Emma Watson, Tom Hanks, John Boyega, Karen Gillan, Ellar Coltrane.

Is The Circle worth watching?

The Circle has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 4,527 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.