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The Number 23 (2007) -- A man becomes obsessed by the number 23 in this home video trailer for the thriller
The Number 23 (2007) -- Clip: Kitchen Knife
The Number 23 (2007) -- Behind the Scenes: Carrey, Madsen, and Schumacher cutting the "23" cake
The Number 23 (2007) -- Interview: Jim Carrey on why he wanted to make this film
The Number 23 (2007) -- Walter Sparrow becomes obsessed with a novel that he believes was written about him. As his obsession increases, more and more similarities seem to arise.

Overview

User Rating:
6.2/10   53,236 votes
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Director:
Joel Schumacher
Writer (WGA):
Fernley Phillips (written by)
Contact:
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Release Date:
23 February 2007 (USA) more
Genre:
Drama | Mystery | Thriller more
Tagline:
The truth will find you. more
Plot:
Walter Sparrow becomes obsessed with a novel that he believes was written about him. As his obsession increases, more and more similarities seem to arise. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
4 nominations more
NewsDesk:
(61 articles)
‘Se7en’ Writer and Director Reunite For ‘Peter Proud’
 (From Screen Rant. 9 November 2009, 10:53 AM, PST)
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 (From FlickFilosopher. 6 November 2009, 12:51 PM, PST)
User Comments:
A well written thought provoking story more (345 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Jim Carrey ... Walter Sparrow / Fingerling

Virginia Madsen ... Agatha Sparrow / Fabrizia

Logan Lerman ... Robin Sparrow

Danny Huston ... Isaac French / Dr. Miles Phoenix

Lynn Collins ... Suicide Blonde / Mrs. Dobkins / Young Fingerling's Mother

Rhona Mitra ... Laura Tollins

Michelle Arthur ... Sybil

Mark Pellegrino ... Kyle Flinch
Paul Butcher ... Young Fingerling / Young Walter

David Stifel ... Hotel Clerk
Corey Stoll ... Sergeant Burns
Ed Lauter ... Father Sebastian
Troy Kotsur ... Barnaby
Walter Soo Hoo ... Chinese Restaurant Owner

Patricia Belcher ... Dr. Alice Mortimer
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Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated R for violence, disturbing images, sexuality and language.
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Runtime:
98 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
SDDS | DTS | Dolby Digital
Certification:
Ireland:15A | UK:15 | Finland:K-15 | Singapore:M18 | South Korea:15 | Singapore:PG (edited version) | Germany:16 | Brazil:14 | Netherlands:16 | Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) | Argentina:13 | Spain:13 | Australia:MA | Malaysia:18PL | Portugal:M/16 | Czech Republic:12 | Canada:13+ (Quebec) | Canada:14A (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Ontario) | Norway:15 | Denmark:15 | Sweden:15 | South Africa:16 | France:U (with warning) | Hong Kong:IIB | Philippines:R-13 | USA:R (certificate #43185) | Japan:R-15 | New Zealand:R16
Filming Locations:
Cocoa Beach, Florida, USA more
Company:
New Line Cinema more

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Other instances of the number 23 connected (sometimes very tenuously) with the movie: - The last time Jim Carrey and Joel Schumacher worked together was in "Batman Forever." In that film, Carrey's character (the Riddler) also showed an obsession for numbers, which he used to represent letters of the alphabet in his riddles. The numbers were 1, 8, and 5. Batman figured out that 1 and 8 were meant to be 18. 18 + 5 = 23. - The number 23 is a W, and in "Batman Forever" there is a scene of Carrey underneath a W (the gate outside Wayne Manor). - The address of the bookstore is 599. 5+9+9=23. - Walter's room at the asylum was 318. 31-8=23. - The number of letters in "Animal Control Department". - The apartment number across from the suicide blonde's apartment (959). - The dog in the movie is named NED. N is the 14th letter of the alphabet; E is the fifth; and D is the fourth. 14 + 5 + 4 = 23. - The numbers on Walter's car add up to 23 (906 8TC, 9+0+6+8=23, 20(T)+3(C)=23) . - The numbers on Issac's car is 023 5HJ, H is the eight letter in the alphabet and J is the tenth, 5 + 8(H) + 10(J) = 23. - The store front numbers that Fingerling is standing in front of while watching Fabrizia & Phoenix add to 23 (12, and 110). - The film was released in the US on February 23, 2007. - The number of Walter Sparrow's footlocker 87305 = 23 (8+7+3+5). - The PO Box that Carrey and his family mail the boxes to is "P.O.Box 977". 9+7+7=23. - His birthday is February the 3rd, 2/3, 23. more
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Factual errors: In real numerology, numbers are added together to form a single digit number that might have significance. The sum should never exceed 9, except for the "master" numbers 11 and 22. This is in accordance to the nine personality types, the nine planets in the solar system, and many other things. For example, Walter's room at the asylum was 318. When calculated in the movie it is suppose to equal 23, 31-8=23. However in real numerology the number would be added as 3+1+8, equaling 12. The sum would then be added again to create a single digit, 1+2 = 3. 3 would be the significant number here, and there are many sources on the Internet or in various numerology books that would define what significance that number would hold for the individual. As another example, the address of the bookstore would have more credibility as their sum does equal 23 (5+9+9=23). But another step would need to be taken to convert the sum into a single digit (2+3 = 5). Finally, birthdays and other notable dates in numerology are always factored with the year. Following the formula of February 3 (2/3 = 23) would be inaccurate. But December 12, 1975 (12/12/1975 = 1+2+1+2+1+9+7+5 = 28 = 2+8 = 10 = 1+0 = 1. Therefore, for a person born on this date, the number 1 should be the most significant. more
Quotes:
[first lines]
Walter Sparrow: A week ago, the only thing I thought was out of the ordinary was that it was my birthday.
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Movie Connections:
Featured in Yes Man (2008) more
Soundtrack:
The Banality of Evil more

FAQ

What are the differences between the R-Rated theatrical version and the Unrated version of the movie?
Was this film shot on HD or film?
Why did Walter Sparrow's wife choose that book for him?
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User Comments

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99 out of 179 people found the following comment useful.
A well written thought provoking story, 23 February 2007
8/10
Author: Overactor from United States

I went into this movie with the notion that I would be seeing another version of the Magestic. I was completely blown away. The visuals are stunning and once you get past Joel's use of the blurred past, you are captivated by his use of colors and imagery. The acting is also good, Carrey has his witty one liners which will please fans. I was captivated and fooled which means to me that there was good acting and writing.

I give this movie an 8/10 due to the questions left by the twists. When you see it you will realize what I am talking about but other than that I do recommend this movie to anyone who loves psychological thrillers with twist endings.

P.s. don't see this because you like Jim Carrey...see it because you like the material.

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