Alex Cross

Name: Alex Cross
Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime, Mystery
Released: 2012-10-18
Duration: 1 h 41 min
Cast: Tyler Perry, Edward Burns, Matthew Fox, Rachel Nichols, Carmen Ejogo

2012, English. Directed by Rob Cohen.

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Alex Cross, a genius homicide detective/psychologist is trying to clean up the mean streets of Detroit while keeping his family out of the line of fire. As he mulls over accepting a job with the FBI, he is told that a friend has been murdered and he vows to track down the killer. Soon, he and his team are forced to match wits with a psychotic contract killer, who displays a disturbing commitment towards seeing his job through.

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Runtime: 1h 41m
Post-credits: None listed
Language: English
Rated: PG-13

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Released: 18 October 2012
Country: United States of America, France, Indonesia
Written by: Marc Moss, Kerry Williamson
Budget: $45M
Box office: $30M

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What Alex Cross is based on

Alex Cross is based on Cross, a 2006 novel by James Patterson.

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Is Alex Cross worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 806 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Alex Cross?

Alex Cross runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).

Does Alex Cross have a post-credits scene?

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Alex Cross parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Alex Cross is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Alex Cross on?

Alex Cross is streaming on MovieSphere+ in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)

What movies are like Alex Cross?

If you liked Alex Cross, try Along Came a Spider, Presumed Innocent, Narc.

Who directed Alex Cross?

Alex Cross (2012) was directed by Rob Cohen and stars Tyler Perry, Edward Burns, Matthew Fox.

What is Alex Cross based on?

Alex Cross is based on Cross, a 2006 novel by James Patterson.