Added to Tubi on Thursday, Feb 1, 2024 Hannibal, the sequel to the critically acclaimed Silence of the Lambs, takes place ten years after the events of the original movie. Dr. Hannibal Lecter, now living in Florence, Italy, under a new identity, finds himself pursued by Mason Verger, a vengeful victim from his past. Clarice Starling, the FBI agent who once sought his help to capture another killer, is also drawn back into Lecter’s world as she faces her own professional and personal challenges. The narrative weaves a complex web of intrigue, manipulation, and suspense, as Starling and Lecter’s fates become intertwined once again in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The film explores themes of obsession, justice, and the nature of evil, all set against the backdrop of Lecter’s elaborate and sophisticated world.
Length: 2h 11m
Genre: Thriller, Crime, Drama
This Title is: Dark, Intriguing, and Suspenseful
Hannibal is New on Tubi in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Anthony Hopkins as Dr. Hannibal Lecter
- Julianne Moore as Clarice Starling
- Ray Liotta as Paul Krendler
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Content includes strong violence, language, some sexual content, and brief drug use.
Trivia
- The movie was filmed in various locations, including Italy, Washington, D.C., and Virginia to capture its diverse settings.
- Anthony Hopkins’ portrayal of Hannibal Lecter became iconic, influencing numerous other media portrayals of similar characters.
- Despite its success, the movie stirred controversy due to its graphic content and deviations from the original novel’s storyline.
Our Review
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Hannibal has generated mixed reactions from both audiences and critics. Its high-quality production values, compelling visuals, and strong performances, particularly by Anthony Hopkins, are widely praised. However, some viewers found the storyline less cohesive and engaging than its predecessor. The movie’s graphic content and departure from the novel’s plot have also been points of contention. Despite these criticisms, Hannibal remains a fascinating study of its complex title character and provides a gripping, albeit polarizing, cinematic experience.
Critic Scores
Hannibal has received a Mix Review by the critics.
