The Verdict
"A rip-roaring fusion of masterful visual storytelling and toe-tapping music, writer-director Ryan Coogler's first original blockbuster reveals the full scope of his singular imagination."
"Ryan Coogler has not only delivered a deliciously vicious vampire hit, but an unapologetically Black genre knockout ablaze with a killer cast and a cranked-up score."
Movie Review and Other Insights
Sinners is a visionary Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Drama film directed by the acclaimed Ryan Coogler (Ryan Coogler). Released in theaters on Apr 18, 2025, Wide, this cinematic experience offers a fresh take on the classic narrative. Produced by Proximity Media and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, the film features a runtime of 2h 17m.
The story follows trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Michael B. Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. Leading the cast are star performers Ryan Coogler, Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, who bring depth and intensity to their roles.
Rated R for Sexual Content|Language|Strong Bloody Violence, Sinners delivers a Datasat audio experience presented in a aspect ratio. Critics have praised the film, stating: "A rip-roaring fusion of masterful visual storytelling and toe-tapping music, writer-director Ryan Coogler's first original blockbuster reveals the full scope of his singular imagination."
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Critic Reviews
"Coogler constantly dazzles us with a soaring visual display that takes its time developing long, inspired takes, elevating the legacy of traditional blues, and isn't afraid of moments of frank sexuality. [Full review in Spanish]"
"This is a story told through its music, and it's so well done."
"Sinners is a redemption movie, a revenge movie with elements of Blaxploitation, and certainly a red-blood-soaked horror movie; it’s also deeply romantic and has the rhythms and audaciousness of some of our boldest musicals."
"The film does have a great cast, with fully fleshed out characters and relationships. It spend a lot of time with the setup so that when the killing starts to happen there are real stakes (no pun intended)."
"My film of the year, deserving of all of the accolades and more. Repeated viewings bring out more of the intentionality and vision of Ryan Coogler and company. Deserves to sweep the award shows."
"It’s a fascinating genre film executed so well that it feels like it’s pushing the boundaries of what a genre film can be, though the only thing that actually does this is the epic oner."
Audience Reviews
Best movie of the year
This was such a for piece of art they’ve crafted
Clever script. Great acting. Wonderful cast. Very entertaining.
Fantastic through and through. Wonderfully written, wonderfully acted, wonderfully composed, wonderfully directed. An instant classic.
We need more Directors like Ryan Coogler
Awesome movie. The scene where Miles plays in the club, I felt like I was in the scene 💯💯
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sinners released?
Sinners hit theaters on Apr 18, 2025, Wide. It became available for streaming on Jun 3, 2025.
How long is the movie and what is the genre?
The film has a runtime of 2h 17m. It falls under the Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Drama genre, featuring a sound mix in Datasat.
Who is the director of Sinners?
The movie is directed by Ryan Coogler. The script was penned by Ryan Coogler.
Who are the main actors in Sinners?
The top billed cast includes:
- Ryan Coogler as Director
- Michael B. Jordan as Smoke
- Hailee Steinfeld as Mary
- Miles Caton as Sammie Moore
- Jack O'Connell as Remmick
Why is Sinners rated R?
It is rated R (Sexual Content|Language|Strong Bloody Violence)
Which studio produced the movie?
Sinners was produced by Proximity Media and distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.
About the movie
NEWTrying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Michael B. Jordan) return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
- Director
- Ryan Coogler
- Producers
- Ryan Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Zinzi Coogler
- Screenwriter
- Ryan Coogler
- Distributor
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Production
- Proximity Media
- Genre
- Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Drama
- Release Date
- Apr 18, 2025, Wide
- Run Time
- 2h 17m
- Rating
- R
- Sound Mix
- Datasat