Last updated: 5 May 2026
Tamil · Action, Crime, Thriller
2h 25m · 26 Sept 2017
Music: Harris Jayaraj | DOP: Santosh Sivan | Writer: A.R. Murugadoss, Gopal Ram
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Spyder follows the story of Shiva, an intelligence officer who uses his technical skills to track and prevent crimes. When a serial killer targets innocent people, Shiva embarks on a mission to stop him, uncovering a personal connection in the process. The narrative weaves action, suspense, and emotional elements as Shiva balances his professional duties with his personal life.
Spyder offers a blend of high-octane action and emotional drama, anchored by a premise that combines technology with crime investigation. The story attempts to maintain suspense throughout, but the screenplay suffers from uneven pacing, particularly in the first half where the setup feels prolonged and occasionally drags. The second half picks up momentum with tighter sequences and more engaging confrontations, providing a satisfactory resolution.
The film's songs and music by Harris Jayaraj are situational but do not leave a lasting impact, with the background score being more effective in heightening tension during thriller moments. Cinematography by Santosh Sivan is a highlight, capturing urban landscapes and action sequences with finesse. Overall, while Spyder has its moments of thrill and emotional depth, the inconsistent screenplay and pacing prevent it from fully realizing its potential.
Mahesh Babu: Charismatic and commanding as the protagonist, delivering a restrained yet impactful performance.
Rakul Preet Singh: Offers a charming presence but with limited scope in the narrative.
S. J. Suryah: Effective as the antagonist, bringing intensity and menace to the role.
RJ Balaji: Provides comic relief with timing that lightens the mood.
Strengths
Weaknesses
A. R. Murugadoss delivers a technically sound film with a solid concept but falters in screenplay execution. His direction maintains tension in key moments but struggles to balance narrative flow and character development evenly throughout the film.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics generally praised Mahesh Babu's performance and the technical aspects like cinematography and BGM but criticized the film's pacing and screenplay. The mixed reviews highlighted the film's potential but noted it fell short of expectations in narrative engagement.
Final Box-Office Result
Spyder released on 26 September 2017 (2017).
Spyder is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Budget of Spyder is approximately ₹120 Crore.
Spyder is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Spyder directed by A. R. Murugadoss. Produced by N.V. Prasad, Tagore Madhu.
Spyder stars Mahesh Babu, Rakul Preet Singh, S. J. Suryah, Bharath Srinivasan, RJ Balaji.
Tollybo rates Spyder 2.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Spyder composed by Harris Jayaraj.
Spyder — Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller, Runtime: 145 minutes, Language: Tamil.
