Rings 2017
Rings (2017) is a supernatural horror film and the third installment in the American Ring series, following The Ring (2002) and The Ring Two (2005). Directed by F. Javier Gutiérrez, the film stars Matilda Lutz as Julia, Alex Roe as Holt, and Johnny Galecki as Professor Gabriel Brown.📖 Plot Summary The story centers on Julia, a young woman who becomes concerned when her boyfriend, Holt, delves into a dark subculture involving a cursed videotape. This tape is said to kill the viewer seven days after watching it unless they make a copy and show it to someone else. Julia sacrifices herself to save Holt and uncovers a horrifying discovery: there is a "movie within the movie" that no one has ever seen before. As they delve deeper, they learn that Samara Morgan's spirit is trapped within the tape, and they must find her remains to put her to rest. However, the curse evolves, leading to a chilling conclusion .🎬 Critics Rings received predominantly negative reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an 8% approval rating from critics and a 23% audience score . Roger Ebert's website described the film as "a total non-starter," criticizing its lack of tension and reliance on rehashed material .📺 Availability As of June 2025, Rings is available for streaming on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. It can also be rented or purchased through Google Play Movies & TV. Given the film's mixed reception, viewer discretion is advised.💰 Box Office Performance Rings (2017) achieved a worldwide box office gross of approximately $83.1 million, surpassing its production budget of $25 million and making it a financial success. Domestic (North America): $27.8 million International: $55.3 million Total Worldwide Gross: $83.1 millionDespite its financial success, the film received predominantly negative reviews from critics and audiences.🎯 Conclusion Rings attempts to revive the iconic Ring franchise for a modern audience by expanding on the cursed videotape mythos with a new twist—introducing a hidden "movie within the movie." While it explores the backstory of Samara further and updates the curse for the digital age, the film struggles with a lack of originality and suspense, ultimately falling short of its predecessors. Final Verdict:Though it adds a few new elements, Rings is largely considered a weak continuation of the franchise, weighed down by predictable scares, a convoluted plot, and underdeveloped characters. It's best appreciated by die-hard fans of the series, but casual viewers may find it forgettable. If you're looking for a deeper psychological horror experience, the original The Ring (2002) remains the standout of the trilogy.
- 2017
- 1 h : 42 min
- 187 views
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4.968
- PG-13
- English (Canada)
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Isabella Rossellini
2025-06-12 16:08:22
The movie was better than it had any right to be, but it didn't try to do anything new. I actually enjoyed the mystery aspect of the film, but it kind of failed as a scary movie, as it wasn't scary at all and was filled with cheap fake jump scares. The acting from the two main people isn't bad, but you can tell they got the parts just because they were pretty. This movie seems much more of a sequel to the original movie The Ring, forgetting most of the nonsense from The Ring 2. Rings also seems to take more inspiration from the original Japanese films, where a lot more is learned about Samara's birth parents. From the trailers, I thought that this movie might have a lot more stuff with social media, but other than a few things, this movie could have taken place a decade ago. The only thing to show that the film's in the present is that they copy & paste video files, and they use smart phones as flashlights. Overall, the film isn't horrible, but it also isn't very good, I definitely wouldn't recommend it.