Published On: Tue, Dec 23rd, 2025
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Fans in ‘constant state of anxiety’ watching thriller streaming on BBC now | Films | Entertainment

Helmed by Scott Mann and written alongside Jonathan Frank, Fall delivers a nail-biting survival experience from start to finish.

The 2022 psychological thriller features Grace Caroline Currey and Virginia Gardner in the starring roles, with Mason Gooding and Jeffrey Dean Morgan providing strong support.

Despite its modest $3million production budget, the film achieved remarkable commercial success, earning $21million globally following its August 2022 cinema debut.

Whilst one reviews proved consistent across the board – both moviegoers and reviewers considered the storyline far-fetched and demanding considerable suspension of disbelief – the film generally resonated well with audiences.

Boasting a 79 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the review platform’s description says: “For best friends Becky (Grace Caroline Currey) and Hunter (Virginia Gardner), life is all about conquering fears and pushing limits. But after they climb 2,000 feet to the top of a remote, abandoned radio tower, they find themselves stranded with no way down. Now Becky and Hunter’s expert climbing skills will be put to the ultimate test as they desperately fight to survive the elements, a lack of supplies, and vertigo-inducing heights in this adrenaline-fueled thriller co-starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan.”, reports the Express.

One reviewer deemed it worthwhile viewing, saying: “The leads, along with the cinematography, score, and the downright terror you’ll feel, make Fall worth the watch.”

One reviewer wrote: “[Fall] keeps the spectator in a constant state of anxiety in a situation where life hangs by a thread. Or a rope..”

Another critic praised various elements of the film, saying: “Fall is a solid, well-played, and broadly effective thriller. While perhaps overly familiar in its genre tropes, it still succeeds with strong visuals, driven characters, and an urgent pace.”

A third critic lauded director Scott Mann’s skills, saying: “Some – or even most – scenes are certain to make you feel dizzy and a little sick to your stomach or give you vertigo, which in this case is a sign of Mann’s talent behind the camera.”

One viewer added: “Alfred Hitchcock would be proud! Don’t let the storyline keep you from watching this. When I heard it was about two girls climbing this huge Tower and getting stuck on the top I thought OMG how does this storyline have a chance to go anywhere? But it was riveting, well acted and very suspenseful! It was the first movie since I was a kid that gave me nightmares! But without blood and gory but just in a good suspenseful way.”

Another viewer was equally impressed, saying: “Great movie with great pace. Established the story and characters effectively. For the most part, believable. Just a great flick. Shows you don’t need a massive budget and crazy effects to make a great movie.”

Another viewer review said: “The most nerve-wracking theatrical experience I’ve had in years, even if many of the plot points require a fair amount of suspension of belief. Impressive stunt work from the two leading actresses whose performances keep you invested in the outcome and on the edge of your seat the entire time. The plot twist towards the end thoroughly rattled me.”

Fall can be streamed for free on BBC iPlayer.