The Life of Chuck
"Every life is a universe all its own."
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz is an ordinary man whose everyday life hides roomfuls of wonder. The film follows his days and the small decisions that shape them, from quiet mornings to surprising moments of connection. As he loves and suffers, Chuck learns that a single life can hold many possible... Read more
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About The Life of Chuck
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz is an ordinary man whose everyday life hides roomfuls of wonder. The film follows his days and the small decisions that shape them, from quiet mornings to surprising moments of connection. As he loves and suffers, Chuck learns that a single life can hold many possible selves, memories, and dreams, all coexisting inside him. The narrative shifts between grounded realism and subtle intimate fantasy, inviting viewers to notice the hidden possibilities in ordinary moments. At its core, the story is about resilience, memory, and the way emotional renewal can arrive when you least expect it. The film uses intimate photography and a spare score to underline how small choices echo across a lifetime. Its visual language lingers.
Directed by Mike Flanagan and built from a concept by Stephen King, The Life of Chuck stars Tom Hiddleston with Karen Gillan and Chiwetel Ejiofor, offering a fantasy driven drama that blends intimate performances with the director's signature atmospheric touch.
Box office data for The Life of Chuck has not been released yet and no numbers are available. The studio has not announced a worldwide gross, and industry trackers are awaiting official tallies after the premiere run from preview audiences.
Early reception centers on its restrained yet lyrical mood, scoring about 7.31 out of 10 from 654 votes. Critics highlight how the film treats love, loss, and the multiple selves we carry, using fantasy elements to illuminate personal growth rather than spectacle. Its quiet intensity resonates with viewers who crave character driven storytelling.
From festival interest to industry chatter, the project has attracted attention for its ambitious blend of fantasy and drama. However, there have been no major ceremony nominations or wins announced yet, and any recognition will likely hinge on the film's festival run and subsequent wider release by critics and viewers.
What Viewers Are Saying
Viewers appreciate the film's unique narrative structure told in reverse chronological order and praise the performances of the multiple actors portraying Chuck at different life stages, particularly Benjamin Pajak and Tom Hiddleston. Audiences find the movie emotionally warm and thought-provoking, with some enjoying its deviation from typical Stephen King horror to a more dramatic, symbolic story. However, some viewers express frustration with the pacing and feel the film underutilizes its potential, noting it lacks excitement and can feel overly polished but somewhat shallow. Overall, the film resonates for its emotional depth and storytelling ambition, despite mixed feelings about its execution and tone.
Details
- Release Date
- June 05, 2025
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Rating
- R
- User Ratings
- 765 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Fantasy, Drama
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Intrepid Pictures +3 more
- Budget
- $25,000,000
- Box Office
- $19,685,776
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Tom Hiddleston
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz
Benjamin Pajak
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz (pre-teen)
Nick Offerman
Narrator (voice)
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Marty Anderson
Karen Gillan
Felicia Gordon
Mia Sara
Sarah Krantz
Mark Hamill
Albie Krantz
Annalise Basso
Janice Halliday
Jacob Tremblay
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz (teen)
Cody Flanagan
Charles 'Chuck' Krantz (child)
Director: Mike Flanagan
Written by: Stephen King