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Fractured

Fractured is a 2019 American psychological thriller film directed by Brad Anderson and written by Alan B.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fractured is a 2019 American psychological thriller film directed by Brad Anderson and written by Alan B. McElroy. It stars Sam Worthington, Lily Rabe, Stephen Tobolowsky, Adjoa Andoh, and Lucy Capri, and follows a man searching for his missing wife and daughter after a head injury distorts his perception of reality. The film was distributed globally by Netflix, making it widely available to Canadian viewers.

Plot

The film follows Ray Monroe as he searches for his wife and daughter after a hospital visit, convinced that the staff are hiding something. The narrative emphasizes confusion, suspense, and the possibility that Ray’s interpretation of events is unreliable.

Cast

The principal cast includes Sam Worthington as Ray Monroe, Lily Rabe as Joanne Monroe, Stephen Tobolowsky as Dr. Berthram, Adjoa Andoh, and Lucy Capri as Peri Monroe. The film focuses on the family’s hospital visit and Ray’s investigation.

Production and release

Fractured was directed by Brad Anderson from a screenplay by Alan B. McElroy. It premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 22, 2019, before arriving on Netflix on October 11, 2019.

Reception

The film drew mixed critical reviews after release. Commentary on the film often focused on its suspense structure, twist, and psychological interpretation.

Key facts

  • The film centers on Ray Monroe, who believes his wife and daughter have disappeared inside a hospital after an emergency visit.
  • Its plot is driven by an unreliable perception of events following Ray’s head injury.
  • Fractured premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 22, 2019, and was released on Netflix on October 11, 2019.
  • The film received mixed reviews from critics.
  • The story has been discussed for its twist ending and psychological framing.
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Canadian context

The film was distributed globally by Netflix, so it was widely available to Canadian viewers through the same platform.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fractured about?
It is about a man who believes his wife and daughter have vanished from a hospital after an injury, leading him to suspect something sinister is happening.
Who directed Fractured?
Brad Anderson directed the film.
Who wrote Fractured?
The screenplay was written by Alan B. McElroy.
When was Fractured released?
It premiered on September 22, 2019, and was released on Netflix on October 11, 2019.
What genre is Fractured?
It is a psychological thriller.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fractured_(2019_film)
    Supports: Director, writer, cast, premise, premiere date, and Netflix release date.
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/80223997
    Supports: Synopsis, genre, and starring cast.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fractured
    Supports: Genre, runtime, and streaming release date.
  4. Common Sense Media — https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/fractured
    Supports: Plot details, cast, director, runtime, and release date.
  5. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/fractured-movie-review-2019
    Supports: Plot premise and principal cast.