The Invisible Man
Directed by Leigh Whannell7.192%88%7.1
When Cecilia's abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.
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- DJOctober 25, 2024The Invisible Man combines strong performances from the leads with a good story to end up making a compelling remake! The few graphic scenes were done well and fit the story, nothing felt forced. Although the ending was “Hollywood” typical, the movie still was a hit and worth a watch.
- ZokkiieMarch 18, 2026This is my 3rd time watching it, and it still blows me away. Every moment is packed with tension, and the suspense is just masterful—honestly, a real masterpiece in that department. The performances feel raw and completely believable, and the way it keeps you guessing without ever feeling cheap is impressive. I love how every little detail matters, and it all comes together so smartly. Feels fresh, intense, and thrilling from start to finish—can’t get enough of it.
- MrTrivetFebruary 9, 2026A solid film that ultimately works better as a social commentary than as a pure thriller. It is competently made but largely predictable - many plot twists and narrative solutions follow a fairly cookie-cutter formula typical of modern thrillers. There are not many moments of genuine surprise, and the structure of the story (starting with the title itself) often gives away where everything is headed. The Invisible Man is at its strongest during moments of silence and apparent calm, long, static shots and the absence of sound allow the horror to emerge from anticipation and uncertainty. Where the film truly gains depth is in its metaphorical layer. The antagonist’s invisibility is not used solely to build tension; it becomes a representation of psychological abuse and mechanisms of control. The narrative consistently shows how abusers are able to isolate their victims from support systems, undermine their credibility, and gradually strip them of their voice, even if they are not present, or in this case invisible. At the same I hate to be a superficial one, but the biggest suspension of disbelief comes from the fact that a hot genius billionaire would be obsessed with Elizabeth's Moss bland, soccer-mom-type character.
- "THE MOVIE FANATIC"January 28, 2026An awesome take on The Invisible Man that's full of tension, suspence and atmosphere, I really loved the dark tone that this movie went with and that sense of isolation that you feel watching our lead character Cecilia! I thought how they went about that was very clever and very well thought out and done! The movement of the camera and the shots is what really makes this film work and puts us the audience right there alongside Cecilia, which is one of the main reasons why you root for her. I can't write this review without mentioning and giving high praise to Elisabeth Moss, she is always phenomenal in everything that she's in from The Handmaid's Tale to Mad Men and the same applies as her role as Cecilia Kass in this film, every single scene is always a scene stealer from her and her performance really did elevate this film she was outstanding here. Not at any point did I feel bored, I was glued from start to finish and I thought the last act of the film was also very well handled and really cleverly done, with how she manages to kill Adrian at the end and being able to get away with it at the same time, just brilliant directing on Leigh Whannels part 🫡 and it was the perfect ending with Cecilia's whole character development & arc completed just brilliant. 👏👏👏👏👏
- ርልዪረFebruary 16, 2025Do you remember watching David McCallum in the 1975 TV series The Invisible Man, or Kevin Bacon in The Hollow Man. These versions of H.G.Wells tale had their own appeal and used the story in interesting and often inspiring ways. As we began to embark on Director Leigh Whannell's 2020 The Invisible Man, my partner asked me if I knew what the film was about, if it was going to be supernatural or not? I deflected by saying that I didn't think that it was at all supernatural and that I didn't really have a clue what was going to happen. I'm very glad that's what I said, because what unfolded was not only a surprise, but also in at least one case, a complete shock to me. The movie begins with Cecilia played by Elizabeth Moss, attempting to escape from her abusive partner. She manages to get away with the help of her sister, played by Harriet Dyer, and holds up in a friend and his Daughter's house. Cecilias friend just happeneds to be a police detective. What follows is an inventive and genuinely tense movie, based, somewhat loosely on Wells original premise. This version takes the tried and tested tale of a man who becomes invisible by using science, to a new and more terrifying level. It does run a bit hard and fast over certain aspects of policing procedures. But I think we can forgive it when it does. It's not like this doesn't happen all the time in the world of fiction.
- Eric BakkeOctober 12, 2024The Invisible Man is the kind of gripping horror film that has you shouting 'don’t go in there!'. With its heart-pounding tension and clever twists, it keeps you on the edge of your seat. But beyond the thrills, it also delves into important social themes, exploring the haunting effects of manipulation and abuse. This blend of terrifying entertainment and meaningful commentary makes it a standout in the genre.
- gmrxboxOctober 21, 2024Whether or not you went and watched Upgrade after reading my review a few months ago, it's time to talk about The Invisible Man. Elizabeth Moss gives an amazing performance starring a woman who is being accosted by an ex that may or may not have a cloaking suit. The film wastes no time setting up the kind of personality this ex has, and why it's believable that he would find a way to stay with her... no matter what. Director Leigh Whannell repeats the magic of upgrade with some amazing technical tricks that will have you saying "How the hell did he do that?"
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The Invisible Man was released on February 26, 2020.
The Invisible Man was directed by Leigh Whannell.
The Invisible Man has a runtime of 2h 4m.
The Invisible Man was produced by Jason Blum, Kylie du Fresne.
When Cecilia's abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.
The key characters in The Invisible Man are Cecilia Kass (Elisabeth Moss), James Lanier (Aldis Hodge), Sydney Lanier (Storm Reid).
The Invisible Man is rated R.
The Invisible Man is a Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller film.
The Invisible Man has an audience rating of 8.8 out of 10.
The Invisible Man had a budget of $7M.
The Invisible Man has made $144.5M at the box office.