Widows 2018
"Left with nothing. Capable of anything."
Directed by Steve McQueen, *Widows (2018)* plunges viewers into the gritty underworld of Chicago, where four women—left shattered by a violent heist gone wrong—must confront a debt they never owed.
Director: Steve McQueen
Cast
Viola Davis
Veronica Rawlings
Michelle Rodriguez
Linda
Elizabeth Debicki
Alice
Cynthia Erivo
Belle
Colin Farrell
Jack Mulligan
Robert Duvall
Tom Mulligan
Liam Neeson
Harry Rawlings
Brian Tyree Henry
Jamal Manning
Daniel Kaluuya
Jatemme Manning
Lukas Haas
David
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Widows (2018) about?
*Widows (2018)* follows four women in Chicago whose husbands are killed during a botched robbery, leaving them drowning in debt and societal expectations. With nothing to lose, they unite to pull off a daring heist of their own, turning tragedy into empowerment in this gripping crime drama.
Who directed Widows?
Steve McQueen, the acclaimed director behind *12 Years a Slave*, helms *Widows* with his signature blend of intensity and emotional depth.
Who stars in Widows?
The film stars Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, and Cynthia Erivo in the lead roles, supported by Colin Farrell and Robert Duvall.
Is Widows (2018) worth watching?
Absolutely—*Widows* delivers a razor-sharp crime thriller with standout performances and a fresh take on the genre. Directed by Steve McQueen, it balances high-stakes action with deep emotional resonance, making it a must-watch for fans of intense, character-driven dramas.
How long is Widows?
The film runs for 129 minutes, or just over two hours of nonstop suspense and drama.
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About Widows (2018) — Four women take control in a thrilling crime thriller
Directed by Steve McQueen, *Widows (2018)* plunges viewers into the gritty underworld of Chicago, where four women—left shattered by a violent heist gone wrong—must confront a debt they never owed. With no husbands to rely on and no legal recourse, they defy expectations by banding together to plan a high-stakes robbery of their own. Viola Davis leads the ensemble cast as the commanding Veronica Rawlings, while Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, and Cynthia Erivo deliver powerhouse performances as fellow widows each driven by desperation and resilience.
This crime thriller masterfully blends tension, betrayal, and raw human emotion against the backdrop of a city's unrelenting corruption. McQueen crafts a story that's as much about survival as it is about revenge, exploring themes of power, class, and redemption. The film's razor-sharp dialogue and pulse-pounding action make it a standout in the genre, leaving audiences breathless from start to finish.
