The Strange Thing About the Johnsons
Seen it?2011 | 30 min | Drama, Horror
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It's still drawing plenty of interest. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for horror fans. If you loved Good Boy or mother!, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
A suburban father gets trapped in a one-sided incestuous relationship with his abusive son.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
6.8 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 692K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Ari Aster
- Billy MayoSidney
- Brandon GreenhouseIsaiah
- Angela BullockJoan
- Carlon JefferyYoung Isaiah
- Connie JacksonGrace
- Danièle WattsMarianne
- John C. JohnsonMr. McGill
- Reatha GreyMrs. Freeman
- Stanley Bennett ClayHoward
- Casey DesmondHowie