The Tall Man

The Tall Man has quietly become one of the more dependable crime dramas currently available in Australia on DocPlay Amazon Channel, and in the US on Philo and Hoopla. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 1,245 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Jessica Biel's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now on DocPlay Amazon Channel — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Tall Man earns its spot. The plotting in The Tall Man is tight enough that the twists feel earned rather than assembled. When her child goes missing, a mother looks to unravel the legend of the Tall Man, an entity who allegedly abducts children. Jessica Biel and Jodelle Ferland lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2012. The plot mechanics of The Tall Man never overwhelm the human cost underneath them. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

Viewers who think they have seen every crime drama tend to find The Tall Man proves them wrong. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Watch Jessica Biel work — it is a masterclass in the genre. Few crime dramas earn their twists this consistently.