Along Came a Spider
2001, English. Directed by Lee Tamahori.
The game is far from over.
After the harrowing death of his partner, forensic psychologist and best-selling author Alex Cross cannot forgive himself and has retreated to the peace of retirement. But when a brilliant criminal kidnaps a senator's young daughter, he is lured back into action as the kidnapper wants to deal with Alex personally. Teamed with Jezzie Flanigan, the Secret Service agent assigned to protect the missing girl, Alex follows a serpentine trail of clues that leads him to a stunning discovery - the kidnapper wants more than just ransom.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 2,159 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Along Came a Spider
Along Came a Spider is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lee TamahoriDirector
- Morgan FreemanAlex Cross
- Monica PotterJezzie Flannigan
- Michael WincottGary Soneji
- Dylan BakerOllie McArthur
- Mika BooremMegan Rose
- Anton YelchinDimitri Starodubov
- Kim HawthorneAgent Hickey
- Jay O. SandersKyle Craig
- Billy BurkeBen Devine
- Michael MoriartySenator Hank Rose
- Penelope Ann MillerElizabeth Rose
- Anna Maria HorsfordVickie
Details
- Released
- 6 April 2001
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Marc Moss
- Budget
- $60M
- Box office
- $105M
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What Along Came a Spider is based on
Along Came a Spider is based on Along Came a Spider, a 1993 novel by James Patterson, published by Little, Brown and Company.
Novel · 1993
Along Came a Spider
By James Patterson
Published by Little, Brown and Company
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Along Came a Spider: quick answers
What should I watch before Along Came a Spider?
Watch Kiss the Girls (1997) first.
Is Along Came a Spider worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 2,159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Along Came a Spider?
Along Came a Spider runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Along Came a Spider have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Along Came a Spider. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Along Came a Spider parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Along Came a Spider is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Along Came a Spider on?
Along Came a Spider is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Along Came a Spider?
If you liked Along Came a Spider, try Kiss the Girls, Trap House, Misdirection.
Who directed Along Came a Spider?
Along Came a Spider (2001) was directed by Lee Tamahori and stars Morgan Freeman, Monica Potter, Michael Wincott.
What is Along Came a Spider based on?
Along Came a Spider is based on Along Came a Spider, a 1993 novel by James Patterson, published by Little, Brown and Company.