I just watched this cult classic supernatural thriller starring Denzel Washington, and the critics got this movie so wrong

https://www.tomsguide.com/author/malcolm-mcmillan· May 30, 2026 · 5:30 AM UTC ·13 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 52 views

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The article reviews the supernatural thriller 'Fallen' starring Denzel Washington, highlighting its mixed reception among critics and audiences. Despite a low critic rating of 43% on Rotten Tomatoes, audience ratings are significantly higher at 72%. The film features a notable twist and is recommended for those interested in a unique crime horror experience.

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▪'Fallen' is a supernatural thriller featuring Denzel Washington as a detective in a battle against a fallen angel.
▪The film received a 43% fresh rating from critics but has a 72% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
▪It had a budget of $46 million but only grossed $25.2 million at the box office.

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Entertainment Movies I just watched this cult classic supernatural thriller starring Denzel Washington, and the critics got this movie so wrong Opinion By Malcolm McMillan published 30 May 2026 'Fallen' ends with a Hell of a twist When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Alamy) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Tom's Guide Verdict: 'Fallen'Rating: 3/5 starsVerdict: This supernatural thriller doesn't reinvent any of the genres it dabbles in. Instead, "Fallen" delivers an enjoyable crime horror flick with a few notteworthy performances from big-name actors, including Denzel.

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