The Number 23
2007, English. Directed by Joel Schumacher.
First it takes hold of your mind...then it takes hold of your life.
Animal control officer Walter Sparrow becomes obsessed with a novel that he believes was written about him, as more and more similarities between himself and his literary alter ego seem to arise.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 3,679 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Number 23
The Number 23 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Joel SchumacherDirector
- Jim CarreyWalter Sparrow / Fingerling
- Virginia MadsenAgatha Sparrow / Fabrizia
- Logan LermanRobin Sparrow
- Danny HustonIsaac French / Dr. Miles Phoenix
- Lynn CollinsSuicide Blonde / Mrs. Dobkins / Young Fingerling's Mother
- Rhona MitraLaura Tollins
- Mark PellegrinoKyle Finch
- Ed LauterFather Sebastian
- David StifelHotel Clerk
- Corey StollSergeant Burns
- Bud CortDr. Sirius Leary
- Michelle ArthurSybil
Details
- Released
- 23 February 2007
- Country
- Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Fernley Phillips
- Budget
- $30M
- Box office
- $78M
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What The Number 23 is based on
The Number 23 is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Number 23: quick answers
Is The Number 23 worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 3,679 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Number 23?
The Number 23 runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Number 23 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Number 23. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Number 23 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Number 23 is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Number 23 on?
The Number 23 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Number 23?
If you liked The Number 23, try Crooked House, All the Devils Are Here, Mindcage.
Who directed The Number 23?
The Number 23 (2007) was directed by Joel Schumacher and stars Jim Carrey, Virginia Madsen, Logan Lerman.
What is The Number 23 based on?
The Number 23 is adapted from a novel.