SummaryFive ballerinas, on their way to a prestigious dance competition, are barely on speaking terms when their bus breaks down in a remote forest. With no other options, they reluctantly seek shelter at an unsettling roadside inn run by Devora Kasimer (Uma Thurman), a reclusive former ballet prodigy. From the moment they arrive, something feels wrong—... Read More
Directed By:Vicky Jewson
Written By:Kate Freund
Pretty Lethal
Metascore
Mixed or Average
51
User score
Mixed or Average
4.6
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
51
27% Positive
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
60% Mixed
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
13% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
Mar 23, 2026
80
You don’t watch a movie like this for character or dialogue, you watch it to see fierce, strong young women twirl, kick, and stab their way through a pack of mobsters to the sound of Tchaikovsky. On that front, Pretty Lethal delivers. Brava, ladies!
Mar 23, 2026
67
The more it generates spectacle, the more you notice how the screenplay fails to keep in step.
User score
Mixed or Average
4.6
28% Positive
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
40% Mixed
10 Ratings
10 Ratings
32% Negative
8 Ratings
8 Ratings
Apr 23, 2026
8
I'm not sure whats not to like. Women being extremely fierce & lethal. I love a good female led action flick and this delivers. I recommend to all.
Mar 28, 2026
8
This movie is really fun; it has lots of action, comedy, and horror! I think the idea is great, it's well executed.I think the direction is competent, although it has some convenient moments.
Mar 29, 2026
60
The drawback here is that, although it doesn’t need a deep story, it feels like only two and a half acts, with an abrupt third act.
Mar 19, 2026
60
Pretty Lethal is at its best when it’s a straightforward film about bloody fights and survival. This isn’t the most complex concept, and when the movie tries to include unnecessary details, it stops the narrative dead in its tracks.
Mar 23, 2026
50
The impression Pretty Lethal leaves behind is one of unfulfilled potential, an exciting premise executed as a fitfully fun but mostly forgettable distraction.
Mar 23, 2026
38
There are times when what should be escapism approaches “Hostel” levels of viciousness, just one of the many issues with a film that seems incapable of settling on a tone.
Apr 21, 2026
6
Pretty Lethal delivers a solid watch with a refreshingly different premise, blending action with a ballerina-inspired **** film benefits from the return of Uma Thurman, whose presence adds a layer of gravitas and nostalgia. However, while the action is engaging at times, some sequences feel uneven—particularly moments where it seems like only one character is carrying the weight of the fight, which takes away from the overall intensity.Despite its flaws, the movie offers enough intrigue and stylistic flair to keep viewers invested. It’s not perfect, but it’s worth a watch.
Mar 28, 2026
6
Unique action flick is a unique take on a 'John Wick' style flick but with ballerinas (?). Set pieces are set up realistically for better or worse. You just can't expect teenage ballerinas to flight 'kung fu style'. Better than you think it is but not by much
Mar 28, 2026
5
Bravo. Bravo, I say. I do believe this gave me the occasional chuckle.. and I’m almost kind of positive that it’s not just because I was drinking!
Mar 31, 2026
0
Really bad acting, no character development at all, and then they dive into the boring plot. Is it really that f***ing hard to make a movie? The unfortunate truth is that filmmakers probably know how to do these things by now, even c0ked out producers in the 50's-80's knew how to do it. The real people to blame are the current phone addicted 5 second attention span idiots. Haven't seen a good movie in so long because 95% of people are idiots now glued to their phones, so shows and movies have to have stagnant characters who never change or have variance.
Production Company:
- 87North
- Gulfstream Pictures
- Pioneer Stillking Films
- Tempo Productions
Release Date:Mar 25, 2026
Duration:1 h 28 m
Rating:R
Tagline:Blood, sweat and tutus.
Awards
SXSW Film Festival
• 1 Nomination
Critics Choice Super Awards
• 1 Nomination





























