IMDb 6.4 2021 HD

No Sudden Move

No Sudden Move

2021
Crime Thriller
115 min R USA
6.384 / 10
6.4 IMDB

A group of criminals are brought together under mysterious circumstances and have to work together to uncover what's really going on when their simple job goes completely sideways.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director H.H. Cooper / Scott Peterson / Isaac Mejía / Laura Hoyt / Eddie Griffith / Daniela Rodriguez / Steven Soderbergh
Starring
Don Cheadle / Benicio del Toro / David Harbour / Jon Hamm / Ray Liotta / Brendan Fraser / Kieran Culkin / Amy Seimetz

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

intriguing tense complex gritty well-acted suspenseful dark engaging layered slow-burn unpredictable

Reviews

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Penelope Croft
Mar 30, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A cleverly constructed crime caper that keeps you guessing until the very end. The strength of 'No Sudden Move' is undoubtedly its formidable cast, with Don Cheadle and Benicio del Toro leading a pack of exceptional actors. The…

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Arthur Pendelton
Mar 30, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This crime thriller offers a compelling premise and a talented cast, but doesn't quite reach its full potential. The performances, particularly from Ray Liotta in a memorable turn, are a definite highlight. The film’s tone is effectively noir-ish,…

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Isabelle Dubois
Mar 30, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'No Sudden Move' is a triumph of ensemble acting and sharp, character-driven storytelling. The film’s brilliance lies in its ability to weave a complex narrative with a cast that inhabits their roles fully. Don Cheadle and Benicio del…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 30, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A stylish, if occasionally convoluted, descent into a criminal underworld. The film excels in its atmosphere, creating a palpable sense of tension and unease. The cast is uniformly strong, with David Harbour and Jon Hamm adding significant weight…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 30, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a masterclass in intricate plotting and stellar ensemble work. The film plunges you into a world where loyalties are as fluid as the dialogue, and every character seems to be playing a deeper game. Performances from…

FAQs

While 'No Sudden Move' shares common ground with classic crime thrillers, particularly in its intricate plotting and morally ambiguous characters, it carves out its own identity. The specific historical setting and the sharp, often sardonic dialogue contribute to a distinct flavour. It’s a film that feels both familiar in its genre elements and fresh in its execution.