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Shiver 2012

“The perfect killer has met his match”

Status
Released
Runtime
92 minutes
Director
Julian Richards
Networks
Loaded Image Entertainment, Bandersnatch FilmCo, Cyclone Productions
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What is Shiver?

Shiver is a 2012 American thriller film directed by Julian Richards. The production is based on the 1992 novel of the same name written by Brian Harper.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
92 minutes
Release date
Apr 21, 2012
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Loaded Image Entertainment, Bandersnatch FilmCo, Cyclone Productions
Budget
$4,000,000
Genres
Horror, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 4.2/10 from 32 votes
Episode runtime
~92 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Loaded Image Entertainment, Bandersnatch FilmCo, Cyclone Productions
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Overview

Shiver is a 2012 American thriller film directed by Julian Richards. The production is based on the 1992 novel of the same name written by Brian Harper. The story follows Wendy Alden, a young secretary living in Portland who struggles with a lack of self-confidence. Her life takes a dangerous turn when she becomes the target of a savage killer who has previously claimed the lives of several other women. As the narrative progresses, Wendy is forced to confront her attacker. Despite her initial insecurities, she discovers the inner resources and courage necessary to fight back against the perpetrator in an attempt to escape. The film, which is categorized within the horror and thriller genres, has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes. It received a United States release on October 8, 2013. The promotional tagline for the film states that the perfect killer has met his match.

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Should you watch it?

“A timid secretary must summon unexpected courage to survive a lethal encounter with a serial killer.”

Reasons to watch
  • Focuses on the protagonist's internal transformation from timid secretary to survivor.
  • Features a high-stakes confrontation against a serial predator.
  • Delivers a compact runtime of ninety-two minutes.
Keep in mind
  • The narrative premise follows a familiar genre structure regarding serial killer victims.

Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful thrillers centered on a victim fighting back against a predator.

The film maintains a tense, horror-thriller tone with a focused pace centered on the protagonist's survival.

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Is Shiver worth watching?

The film is worth watching for viewers who appreciate survival-themed thrillers that emphasize the protagonist's personal growth under extreme pressure.

Where can I stream Shiver?

Availability for streaming varies by region and platform, so please check local listings on major digital movie databases.

How long is the movie?

The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes.

Is this the same as the 2027 film?

No, the 2012 film Shiver is a distinct production from the upcoming 2027 science fiction film of the same name.

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