Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- Mild
- sleek
- tense
- mysterious
- late night thriller viewing
- crime movie marathon
What critics said
Critics broadly found the twist-driven crime thriller stylish and well acted, while noting predictable developments and an abrupt conclusion.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The plot spends distinct chapters with four central characters at different points in their lives.
A con artist targets Manhattan billionaires amid conspiracy, theft, betrayal, and repeated reversals.
The central scheme is directed at billionaires and unfolds within New York's affluent social world.
Critics specifically praised Benjamin Caron's visually appealing direction in the contemporary Manhattan setting.
Films like Sharper, and why
The Usual Suspects
Shared non-linear crime structure, shifting perspectives, deception, and affluent social milieus.
The Talented Mr. Ripley
Shared con artistry, betrayal, reversals, and stylish psychological suspense.
A Simple Favor
Shared wealthy characters, layered manipulation, and a twist-focused thriller framework.
The Gift
Shared morally ambiguous schemes, interpersonal betrayal, and polished contemporary crime drama.
Movie Details
- Director
- Benjamin Caron
- Release Date
- 2023-02-10
- Runtime
- 115 min
- Rating
- 6.8 / 10 (731)
Cast
- Julianne Moore
- Sebastian Stan
- Justice Smith
- Briana Middleton
- John Lithgow
- Darren Goldstein
- Phillip Johnson Richardson
- Kerry Flanagan
- David Pittu
- Quincy Dunn-Baker
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Sharper about?
- A sleek Manhattan con game fractures into competing viewpoints as ambition, betrayal, and hidden motives collide among the ultra-wealthy.
- What is Sharper like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Sharper as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Sharper violent?
- Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Sharper as mild.
- What did critics think of Sharper?
- Critics broadly found the twist-driven crime thriller stylish and well acted, while noting predictable developments and an abrupt conclusion.
- Which films are like Sharper?
- Films with a similar feel include The Usual Suspects, The Talented Mr. Ripley, A Simple Favor, and The Gift.
- How long is Sharper?
- Sharper runs 115 minutes.
- Where can I watch Sharper?
- In United States, Sharper streams on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel.
