Woman of the Hour (2024)

Synopsis

An aspiring actress crosses paths with a prolific serial killer in '70s LA when they're cast on an episode of "The Dating Game."

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
• Netflix Standard with Ads

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Anna Kendrick as Sheryl Bradshaw
• Daniel Zovatto as Rodney Alcala
• Nicolette Robinson as Laura
• Jedidiah Goodacre as Bachelor #2
• Autumn Best as Amy
• Pete Holmes as Terry
• Kelley Jakle as Sarah
• Kathryn Gallagher as Charlie
• Tony Hale as Ed
• Matt Visser as Bachelor #1

If you liked Woman of the Hour, try

• Motor City
• The Pursuit of Happyness
• Letters from Iwo Jima
• A Walk Among the Tombstones
• Carlito's Way
• Cape Fear
• Body Double
• Dead Man Down

BingeNext's take

If you’re into crime dramas with a tense thriller edge, Woman of the Hour is a gripping pick. Set in the gritty backdrop of 1970s Los Angeles, it follows an aspiring actress who finds herself face to face with a notorious serial killer while on the set of The Dating Game. The film’s 95-minute runtime keeps things tight and intense, with Anna Kendrick leading a strong cast that brings the era and story to life. Watching it feels like stepping into a dark, suspenseful moment in Hollywood history, perfect for fans of gritty crime stories who appreciate a mix of drama and thriller elements. It’s a great choice if you liked movies like A Walk Among the Tombstones or Carlito’s Way, offering that same blend of tension and character-driven storytelling.