The Watcher
"Don't go home alone."
Originally released in 2000. The Watcher is a mystery/thriller film. directed by Joe Charbanic.
Starring James Spader, Keanu Reeves, and Marisa Tomei
Synopsis
FBI agent Joel Campbell, burnt-out and shell-shocked after years spent chasing serial killers, flees L.A. to begin a new life for himself in Chicago. But five months later, Joel's best laid plans are abruptly cut short when his new hometown becomes the setting for some particularly gruesome murders--murders that could only have been committed by one man: David Allen Griffin. One of Joel's most elusive and cunning nemeses, Griffin has followed his former pursuer to Chicago in order to play a sadistic game of cat and mouse. Taunting Joel with photographs of his intended victims and leaving his crime scenes meticulously free of clues in order to keep the police at bay, Griffin derives as much pleasure out of watching Joel react to every movement as watching his victims die. But when Griffin moves into Joel's inner circle, Joel must quickly find some way to stop him before someone close to him becomes the next one to die.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 8, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (530 votes)
Budget
$33M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
James Spader
as FBI Special Agent Joel Campbell
Keanu Reeves
as David Allen Griffin
Marisa Tomei
as Dr. Polly Beilman
Ernie Hudson
as FBI Special Agent in Charge Mike Ibby
Chris Ellis
as Hollis
Robert Cicchini
as Mitch
Yvonne Niami
as Lisa
Jenny McShane
as Diana
Gina Alexander
as Sharon
Joseph Sikora
as Skater
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $33,000,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Lewitt / Eberts Productions
- Choi / Niami Productions
- Driven Productions, Inc.
- Interlight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Watcher about?
FBI agent Joel Campbell, burnt-out and shell-shocked after years spent chasing serial killers, flees L.A. to begin a new life for himself in Chicago. But five months later, Joel's best laid plans a...
Who directed The Watcher?
The Watcher was directed by Joe Charbanic.
How long is The Watcher?
The Watcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Watcher released?
The Watcher was released on September 8, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Watcher?
The main cast of The Watcher includes James Spader, Keanu Reeves, Marisa Tomei, Ernie Hudson, Chris Ellis.
Is The Watcher worth watching?
The Watcher has a user rating of 5.1/10 based on 530 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.