The Thinning: New World Order

Blake Redding awakens in a dim, soundproof chamber with nothing but resolve and a fierce sense of purpose. His mission is to keep the woman he loves safe, but the edges of the room close in as every move is watched by an unseen force. He must think on his feet, decoding clues, timing his actions, and managing the pressure of a brutal spectacle that seems designed to break him. The stakes feel intensely personal, yet the tension hints at a larger threat that suggests a dangerous system at work. As minutes drag on, past secrets surface and nearby voices feed conflicting loyalties, pushing Blake toward choices that could redefine what he is willing to sacrifice to win freedom.

Directed by Michael J Gallagher from a concept by Steve Greene, The Thinning: New World Order arrived in 2018 with a 2 million budget. The cast is led by Logan Paul and Peyton List, supported by Lia Marie Johnson, Calum Worthy and Charles Melton.

Box office figures were not publicly disclosed, reflecting a limited release approach typical for mid budget thrillers aimed at streaming and home viewing, rather than wide theatrical rollout.

The film sits at the crossroads of entertainment and influencer culture, leaning on Logan Paul and his co stars to attract attention and spark debate about casting in genre cinema. Some viewers argued that online fame can boost visibility while others worried it overshadows storytelling, shaping audience expectations for streaming era thrillers.

Critical talk around the movie was mixed, with readers noting efficient pacing and solid performances amid a familiar survival premise. The central themes center on protection and loyalty under pressure, the ethics of escape, and how surveillance and media power heighten risk. The work questions what people will sacrifice for love and how far one man will go when time runs out.