The Thinning
Only the smartest will survive
2016 | 84m | English
Popularity: 1 (history)
| Director: | Michael J. Gallagher |
|---|---|
| Writer: | Michael J. Gallagher, Steve Greene |
| Staring: |
| In a post-apocalyptic future where population control is dictated by a high-school aptitude test, two students discover the test is smoke and mirrors hiding a larger conspiracy. | |
| Release Date: | Oct 12, 2016 |
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| Director: | Michael J. Gallagher |
| Writer: | Michael J. Gallagher, Steve Greene |
| Genres: | Horror, Drama, Thriller |
| Keywords | dystopia, high school, conspiracy, eugenics, aptitude test, meritocracy |
| Production Companies | Legendary Digital Media, Kids At Play, YouTube Red, Cinemand |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $0
Budget: $100,000 |
| Updates |
Updated: Feb 04, 2026 Entered: Apr 13, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Logan Paul | Blake Redding |
| Peyton List | Laina Michaels |
| Lia Marie Johnson | Ellie Harper |
| Calum Worthy | Kellan Woods |
| Ryan Whitney | Sarah Foster |
| Michael Traynor | Mason King |
| Stacey Dash | Kendra Birch |
| Matthew Glave | Governor Redding |
| Robert Gant | Vince Davi |
| Kiersten Warren | Barbara Michaels |
| Jana Gallagher | Ms. Cole |
| Patrick O'Sullivan | Mr. Glass |
| Amy Paffrath | Wendy Banks |
| Jeff Corbett | Victor Woods |
| Laura Harring | Georgina Preston |
| Aria Lyric Leabu | Corrine Michaels |
| Marcel Nahapetian | Joey Michaels |
| David A. Cooper | Ted Grover |
| Steven Cox | Wade Freeman |
| Kurt Caceres | Hank |
| Sunkrish Bala | Dr. Prakash |
| Makeda Declet | Female DPC Guard |
| Bernard X. Kopsho | Chuck Freeman |
| Sully Zack | Layne Vick |
| Steven Wash Jr. | Marcus Langley |
| Cooper J. Friedman | Nathan |
| Alexa Rambarran | Preppy Girl |
| Adwin Brown | Preppy Guy |
| Nikki Boyer | Political Expert |
| Hunter Paris | Cheating Teen |
| Ramona Young | Adele |
| Frank Gerrish | Balding Teacher |
| Scott Broderick | Carl |
| Patrick Mulderrig | DPC Guard |
| Janna Cardia | Frustrated Parent |
| Laura Covelli | Friendly Teacher |
| Tara Platt | Animation Voice Over (voice) |
| Miles Elliot | Simon |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Michael J. Gallagher | Writer, Director |
| Alec Contestabile | Production Design |
| Brandon Campbell | Original Music Composer |
| Brian Ufberg | Editor |
| Greg Cotten | Director of Photography |
| Steve Greene | Writer |
| Hayley Wright | Stunt Double |
| Christopher Clements | Visual Effects |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Michael Wormser | Producer |
| Michael J. Gallagher | Producer |
| Jana Gallagher | Producer |
| Steve Greene | Executive Producer |
| Organization | Category | Person |
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Popularity History
| Year | Month | Avg | Max | Min |
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| 2024 | 4 | 18 | 29 | 12 |
| 2024 | 5 | 23 | 36 | 14 |
| 2024 | 6 | 22 | 50 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 | 17 | 26 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 | 16 | 42 | 9 |
| 2024 | 9 | 10 | 19 | 5 |
| 2024 | 10 | 15 | 35 | 8 |
| 2024 | 11 | 14 | 41 | 7 |
| 2024 | 12 | 12 | 23 | 8 |
| 2025 | 1 | 13 | 24 | 8 |
| 2025 | 2 | 9 | 19 | 3 |
| 2025 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 2025 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 2025 | 11 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| 2025 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Trending Position
| Year | Month | High | Avg |
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| 2025 | 5 | 836 | 841 |
Alunauwie
10.0
The film offers a strong concept highlighting overpopulation and government control through a brutal academic elimination system. Though the idea is compelling, it reflects the flaws of programs tainted by political interest and inequality. Solid performances and tense sound design lead into an open ... ending that sets up its sequel effectively. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
Sep 14, 2025