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The Others

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Grace (Nicole Kidman), the devoutly religious mother of Anne (Alakina Mann) and Nicholas (James Bentley), moves her family to the English coast during World War II. She awaits word on her missing husband while protecting her children from a rare photosensitivity disease that causes the sun to harm them. Anne claims she sees ghosts, Grace initially thinks the new servants are playing tricks but chilling events and visions make her believe something supernatural has occurred.
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The Others is a spooky thriller that reminds us that a movie doesn't need expensive special effects to be creepy.

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Anton Bitel Little White Lies Oct 18, 2023
With its dark old house, its persistent past and its invasive hauntings, Alejandro Amenábar’s fifth feature offers all the trappings of a classic gothic, while turning the screw with a very unusual perspective on these supernatural goings-on. Go to Full Review
Wendy Ide The Times (UK) Aug 15, 2023
Alejandro Amenábar’s elegant chiller creates more tension from atmosphere alone than most other horror films do from vats full of fake blood. Go to Full Review
Chris Stuckmann ChrisStuckmann.com Oct 23, 2020
A+
The performances, writing, production design, cinematography, music, directing -- it's all top-notch. Everything about this movie really works. Go to Full Review
Romey Norton InSession Film Aug 12, 2026
A
Rich in atmosphere, brilliantly acted and anchored by one of the genre’s most satisfying twists, The Others remains a haunting experience that deserves its place among the very best psychological ghost stories ever made. Go to Full Review
Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh Sep 9, 2025
4/5
The Others proves that you don't always have to reinvent the wheel for a good ghost story and sometimes all you need it a captivating lead performer and a spooky mansion. Go to Full Review
Bryce Hanson Horror Movie Talk Aug 1, 2025
10/10
It’s an exceptional example of gothic horror, exploring the darker aspects of life and death, maintaining an oppressive and claustrophobic atmosphere, and leaning heavily on suspense and mystery. Go to Full Review
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Robert P @Superbad 6 days ago The Others = a *4* star movie See more B P @Bradster69 Sep 2, 2026 Definitely Recommend It See more Edmundo C @RT15576329 Aug 30, 2026 The Others is a unique, suspense-filled masterpiece with outstanding performances, an intriguing story, and one of the most shocking endings in modern cinema. A must-watch for fans of mystery, drama, and psychological suspense. See more bruce F @bruce999 Aug 14, 2026 wow. spellbinding. creepy. this movie is a fantastic drama. try not to miss it. See more J H @UpstateNYThriller Aug 12, 2026 6.7/10 Emotional, haunting, slow burn Slow movie, takes place in 1950s England. Paranoid mother doesn't realize she and her children are dead. And the ones haunting them are actually the ones they are haunting who intrude on the house they died in. See more Mega K @RT52368825 Jul 6, 2026 I am sorry I watched this because I love Nicole Kidman. Her acting was really great in this film, but this wasnt a good movie or plot. I was expecting more of the POV of the owners in the end, what they see of the others, but it was just nothing. It was quite dissappointing tho. The acting was great thi with the kids as well. It could have been better and cooler! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Grace (Nicole Kidman), the devoutly religious mother of Anne (Alakina Mann) and Nicholas (James Bentley), moves her family to the English coast during World War II. She awaits word on her missing husband while protecting her children from a rare photosensitivity disease that causes the sun to harm them. Anne claims she sees ghosts, Grace initially thinks the new servants are playing tricks but chilling events and visions make her believe something supernatural has occurred.
Director
Alejandro Amenábar
Producer
Fernando Bovaira, José Luis Cuerda, Sunmin Park
Production Co
Cruise-Wagner Productions, Sogecine, Miramax Films, Lucky Red
Rating
PG-13 (Thematic Elements|Frightening Moments)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 10, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 10, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$13.5K
Runtime
1h 41m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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