The Woman in Cabin 10

Synopsis

"The Woman in Cabin 10" is a psychological thriller film starring Keira Knightley, released in 2025. The story follows Laura, a travel journalist who embarks on a luxury cruise in the North Sea to cover an all-inclusive trip for a new magazine. However, her voyage takes a dark turn when she believes she witnesses a woman being thrown overboard from cabin 10, yet the ship's crew insists no one was missing. As Laura delves deeper into the mystery, she confronts both external danger and her own psychological unraveling. The film masterfully blends suspense, intrigue, and atmospheric tension, keeping audiences guessing until the very end.

Cast

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  Keira Knightley

  Laura 'Lo' Blacklock

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  Guy Pearce

  Richard Bullmer

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  David Ajala

  Ben Morgan

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  Gitte Witt

  Carrie

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  Art Malik

  Dr. Robert Mehta

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  Gugu Mbatha-Raw

  Rowan

Reviews

Critical reception for "The Woman in Cabin 10" was mixed upon its release. On IMDb, the movie holds a rating of 6.0/10, indicating a moderate appreciation from general audiences. Metacritic's score of 44/100 reflects a more mixed to negative consensus from critics. Reviews praised Keira Knightley's compelling performance, often highlighting her ability to convey vulnerability and determination, which anchors the suspenseful narrative. Variety noted, "Knightley brings depth and intrigue to a somewhat predictable thriller," whereas The Guardian commented on the film's atmospheric tension but mentioned that "the plot occasionally leans too heavily on thriller clichés." Rotten Tomatoes scores and critic consensus were moderate as well, with some reviewers appreciating the moody, claustrophobic setting and psychological elements, but others pointing out weaknesses in pacing and character development. Overall, "The Woman in Cabin 10" offers an engaging thriller experience for fans of the genre, despite some shortcomings in screenplay and storytelling complexity.