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The Watcher

  • 2016
  • TV-14
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
5.4/10
3.3K
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The Watcher (2016)
Unaware of its terrible history, a young couple purchases their dream home. But it soon becomes clear that they may not be alone in the house... and that someone -- or something -- is determined to drive them out.
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Unaware of its terrible history, a young couple purchases their dream home. But it soon becomes clear that they may not be alone in the house... and that someone -- or something -- is determ... Read allUnaware of its terrible history, a young couple purchases their dream home. But it soon becomes clear that they may not be alone in the house... and that someone -- or something -- is determined to drive them out.Unaware of its terrible history, a young couple purchases their dream home. But it soon becomes clear that they may not be alone in the house... and that someone -- or something -- is determined to drive them out.

  • Director
    • Ryan Rothmaier
  • Writer
    • Ryan Rothmaier
  • Stars
    • Erin Cahill
    • Edi Gathegi
    • Denise Crosby
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.4/10
    3.3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ryan Rothmaier
    • Writer
      • Ryan Rothmaier
    • Stars
      • Erin Cahill
      • Edi Gathegi
      • Denise Crosby
    • 21User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Erin Cahill
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    • Emma
    Edi Gathegi
    Edi Gathegi
    • Noah
    Denise Crosby
    Denise Crosby
    • Jeanne
    Riley Baron
    Riley Baron
    • Mikey
    Kevin Daniels
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    • Reggie
    Tracie Thoms
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    • Amanda
    Obba Babatundé
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    • Stark
    Sab Shimono
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    • Wendell
    Ruth Williamson
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    • Francine
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    • Gladys
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    • Dr. Klein
    Caroline Kinsolving
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    • Director
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    • Writer
      • Ryan Rothmaier
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    User reviews21

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    8JustSarahB

    Definitely worth watching! Good acting & unpredictable

    I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked this movies. The acting was very good. The story was actually rather unique with twists and turns I did not anticipate, and I certainly did not expect the ending to play out like it did, not at all. I gave it 8 stars for several reasons, originality, creepiness, some jump scares, more than decent acting, definitely worth a watch. I noticed after one a the main characters is fromStar Trek, lol. More than once I thought I'd figured it all out but I hadn't, and it the time passed quickly enough that I didn't even notice it. The ending impressed me even more, I did not expect it st all and it made me think about it, even if only for a few brief moments.
    7coxpnw

    Little gem that hasn't been noticed!

    My daughter and I really loved this movie! Of course it isn't the typical horror movie like some out there. However, it is a decently good thriller. A few parts that made ya jump. It definitely kept our interest and we really enjoyed it. It also is on Netflix which we already pay for monthly. If you are bored and want a decently good thriller check out the Watcher.
    4beth-49740

    LOL

    If you LOVE cliches in the form of 'horror' movies you will love this one, it doesnt miss a beat. It actually kept us watching-entertained with me stating what was to come next well before it occurred. Found it sad ultimately these actors not your typical dumblist rating. They were very decent left to signing on with pitiful makers of this film.
    6mutlumehmet

    Very entertaining

    Absolutely enjoyed watching this film it's different with a surprising twist at the end
    5aarpcats

    Nasty little family thriller

    Using the "young, damaged family buys a old house trope," this movie adds the campy extra of an intruder who dresses up as a raven and delivers nasty notes. It isn't scary but it does have a creep factor.

    The production values scream "made for TV movie" and the actors do a pretty good job, but this won't win any awards or keep you up at night,ñ.

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      The film is based off of a true story. In 2014 a couple bought a house in New Jersey for them and their kids. They began receiving threats from someone who named themself as The Watcher. They claimed to know everything about the house and that it was a family obsession.
    • Soundtracks
      Map of the Human Heart
      Written by Paul Freeman

      Performed by Paul Freeman

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    • Release date
      • November 3, 2016 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • El misterio de la casa del cuervo
    • Filming locations
      • Historic West Adams, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • 21st Street Films
      • MarVista Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 29m(89 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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