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Secret in Their Eyes

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Rising FBI investigators Ray (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and Jess (Julia Roberts), along with Claire (Nicole Kidman), their district-attorney supervisor, are suddenly torn apart following the brutal murder of Jess' teenage daughter. Thirteen years later, after obsessively searching for the elusive killer, Ray uncovers a new lead that he is certain can permanently resolve the case and bring long-desired closure to the team. But no one is prepared for the shocking and unspeakable secret that follows.
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Secret in Their Eyes wastes its incredible cast on a remake that fails to improve upon -- or even make a compelling case for its own existence in addition to -- the remarkable original.

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Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Aug 22, 2016
3/4
This remake was a welcome punch to the gut I couldn't help but be moderately impressed by Go to Full Review Jason Bailey Flavorwire May 3, 2016
You just keep waiting for it to take flight, for some clue as to why these talented people are spinning their wheels with such subpar material. Go to Full Review Donald Clarke Irish Times Mar 6, 2016
2/5
The original picture's melodramatic excesses have been augmented with fresh indulgences to deliver a film that is not quite peculiar enough to be interesting. Go to Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review Apr 25, 2022
2/4
The remake, however watchable and solidly made it may be, doesn't explore its themes thoroughly. Go to Full Review Richard Crouse Richard Crouse Feb 3, 2021
1.5/5
The most interesting case in Secret in Their Eyes isn't the murder case but the case the film makes for not remaking perfectly good Oscar winners. Go to Full Review Josh Goller Spectrum Culture Jul 20, 2019
2/5
Even the far superior (but still flawed) Argentine original leans too heavily on a clever twist ending. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Brad C @RT43825491 5 days ago I thought this movie was EXCELLENT. The cast is very good and Julia Roberts delivers an astonishing performance. Nicloe Kidman is very good as well. Highly recommend this movie. See more Stephen T @RT83070385 May 9, 2026 DONE RENTING MOVIES & DONE WITH HOLLYWOOD WOKE PUSHING AGENDA MOVIES AND ACTORS/ACTRESSES ,INCLUDING THE LITTLE MESSAGES THIS MOVIE TRIES TO SLIP IN THINKING WE ARE STUPID & DONT PICK UP ON YOUR AGENDA PUSHING GARBAGE!! ISNT IT FUNNY HOW I TRY TO POST THIS & GOOGLE FREEZES THE FRAME SAME IT CANT BE POSTED See more Matt A @RT16394980 Feb 2, 2026 The cast was good and acting was great. Especially Julia Robert's. But I found it a little confusing constantly jumping back and forth in time. Ending was great though. See more Zach R. @ZARman Jan 14, 2026 Great ending. Kidman was great, no chemistry with Ejiofor like we were supposed to believe. See more Gabriel S @Sanarel Jan 5, 2026 Billy Ray’s Secret in Their Eyes is a gripping drama thriller about a cold case reignited when investigator Ray Kasten believes he’s found the killer. Known for screenwriting hits like The Hunger Games and Captain Phillips, Ray delivers an emotional story through two timelines tied to the murder of Jessica Cobb’s daughter. With strong performances from Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman, and Chiwetel Ejiofor, the film focuses less on investigation and more on the emotional weight of revenge, ending with a powerful message. While pacing and acting shine, flaws include a weak B plot and implausible reasoning for the unsolved case. A remake of the Spanish El secreto de sus ojos, it may lack the depth of its source but remains a solid, compelling thriller for a relaxed Sunday. See more Markus A @Excalibur866 Jan 4, 2026 Chiwetel Ejiofor is once again a sad-sack sorrowful character devoid of any emotion other than angst, Nicole Kidman needs to forget the realms of romantic lead as her quality of acting and star appeal has waned. Two ‘stars’ that are not drawcards for this film. Julia Roberts is solid and unenhanced surgically or with make-up however, adds little to the story with her performance. See more Read all reviews
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Billy Ray

Director

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Ray

Nicole Kidman

Claire

Julia Roberts

Jess

Dean Norris

Bumpy Willis

Michael Kelly

Reg Siefert

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Nicole Kidman as Claire stars in "Secret in Their Eyes." Chiwetel Ejiofor as Ray in "Secret in Their Eyes." Dean Norris as Bumpy Willis "Secret in Their Eyes." Michael Kelly as Reg Siefert in "Secret in Their Eyes." Joe Cole as Marzin/ Beckworth in "Secret in Their Eyes." (L-R) Julia Roberts as Jess and Zoe Graham Carolyn Cobb in "Secret in Their Eyes." Julia Roberts as Jess In "Secret in Their Eyes." Julia Roberts as Jess In "Secret in Their Eyes." (L-R) Nicole Kidman as Claire and Chiwetel Ejiofor as Ray in "Secret in Their Eyes." (L-R) Nicole Kidman as Claire and Chiwetel Ejiofor as Ray in "Secret in Their Eyes." View more photos

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Synopsis Rising FBI investigators Ray (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and Jess (Julia Roberts), along with Claire (Nicole Kidman), their district-attorney supervisor, are suddenly torn apart following the brutal murder of Jess' teenage daughter. Thirteen years later, after obsessively searching for the elusive killer, Ray uncovers a new lead that he is certain can permanently resolve the case and bring long-desired closure to the team. But no one is prepared for the shocking and unspeakable secret that follows.
Director
Billy Ray
Producer
Mark Johnson, Matt Jackson
Screenwriter
Billy Ray
Distributor
STX Entertainment
Production Co
Route One Entertainment, Willie's Movies, Gran Via, SITE, IM Global, STX Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Disturbing Violent Content|Some Sexual References|Thematic Material)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 20, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 16, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$20.2M
Runtime
1h 51m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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