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Duration
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Quick Summary

The police psychologist is assigned to locate a senator's daughter who has been seized by a psychotic teacher. This tense rescue forms the basis of a thriller prequel, setting the stage for later events. The kidnapper is a psychotic teacher, and the case drives the narrative forward.

About This Program

Along Came a Spider is a programme presented as a thriller prequel. It falls within the movie genre and follows the conventions of a suspenseful narrative, positioning itself as a continuation of earlier storylines while standing on its own. The title signals the central tension that drives the plot, and the format aligns with typical cinematic releases. The story centres on a police psychologist who is tasked with locating a senator’s daughter after she is abducted by a deranged teacher. As the investigation unfolds, the psychologist must navigate clues and confront the kidnapper’s unsettling motives to rescue the young woman. Time is limited and the stakes rise as the kidnapper’s unpredictable behaviour threatens the rescue. The film features Morgan Freeman, Monica Potter and Michael Wincott in key roles. Freeman portrays the seasoned psychologist, while Potter plays the senator’s daughter, and Wincott embodies the disturbed teacher responsible for the kidnapping. Their performances drive the tension, each contributing to the unfolding chase and the emotional stakes of the investigation. As a prequel, the story builds on earlier events while establishing new threads for future narratives. Its thriller framework ensures a pace that keeps viewers engaged, focusing on the psychological cat‑and‑mouse game between the investigator and the kidnapper. The programme delivers a concise, tension‑filled experience within its runtime. It maintains a tight narrative that highlights the urgency of the rescue and the complexities of the characters involved.

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Along Came a Spider broadcasts on Sky Cinema Thriller at 6:00am, Saturday, 24 January 2026. (Subtitles)

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Production Details

Year2001
Runtime104 mins
DirectorLee Tamahori

Cast & Crew

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Lee TamahoriDirector
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Mika Booremas Megan Rose
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Michael Wincottas Gary Soneji/Jonathan Mercuzio
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Michael Moriartyas Senator Hank Rose
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Jay O Sandersas Kyle Craig
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Dylan Bakeras Special Agent Oliver McArthur
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Morgan Freemanas Alex Cross
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Monica Potteras Secret Service Agent Jezzie Flannigan
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Anton Yelchinas Dimitri Starodubov
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Billy Burkeas Ben Devine
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Penelope Ann Milleras Elizabeth Rose