Orphan
Seen it?2009 | 123 min | Horror, Thriller
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (59% on Rotten Tomatoes) and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 2 hr 3 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
After losing their baby, a married couple adopt 9-year old Esther, who may not be as innocent as she seems.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
59% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.0 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$78 million worldwide on a $20 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra
- Vera FarmigaKate
- Peter SarsgaardJohn
- Isabelle FuhrmanEsther
- CCH PounderSister Abigail
- Jimmy BennettDaniel
- Margo MartindaleDr. Browning
- Karel RodenDr. Värava
- Aryana EngineerMax
- Rosemary DunsmoreGrandma Barbara
- Jamie YoungBrenda