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Normal
2026 91 min United States of America R 18+
★6.8
Action, Crime, Thriller
Director: Ben Wheatley
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Description
An unassuming substitute sheriff with a troubled past responds to a bank robbery in a small, sleepy town and unknowingly uncovers something far more explosive.
Budget:
$10M
Worldwide:
$5.98M
Starring
Bob Odenkirk
Actor
Ryan Allen
Actor
Billy MacLellan
Actor
Key opinion
Normal (2026) is a compact, visceral action-thriller that excels at delivering brutal, efficient set pieces. While its brisk 90-minute runtime and dark humor provide an enjoyable experience for genre fans, critics remain divided on whether the film achieves the narrative depth of its neo-noir inspirations or simply lapses into chaotic absurdity.
| action | The film delivers swift, high-impact action sequences characterized by brutal and creative choreography. | |
| Runtime | The concise 90-minute runtime keeps the narrative moving at an easy and purposeful pace. | |
| Acting | Bob Odenkirk provides a strong, understated anchor for the story, though some feel his performance lacks the unique spark seen in his previous action roles. | |
| Screenplay | The transition from a slow-burn noir atmosphere to a chaotic, absurd action finale leaves viewers split on whether the shift is effectively jarring or narratively hollow. | |
| Acting | The supporting cast is generally viewed as thin and underutilized, failing to match the weight of the lead performance. |