The Riddle (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2007, The Riddle is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Brendan Foley, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. A journalist investigates a series of murders that follows the discovery of an unpublished novel by Charles Dickens in the cellar of an old Thames pub.
Who’s in it. The Riddle stars Vinnie Jones as Mike Sullivan, Derek Jacobi as The Tramp / Charles Dickens, Julie Cox as Kate Merrill and Vanessa Redgrave as Roberta Elliot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Riddle has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $37.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Riddle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Riddle tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Riddle (2007)?
- In US, The Riddle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Riddle worth watching?
- The Riddle holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Riddle?
- The Riddle stars Vinnie Jones, Derek Jacobi, Julie Cox, Vanessa Redgrave and Jason Flemyng.
- When was The Riddle released?
- The Riddle was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.