The Others

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The Others

PG-13

2001

1h 41m

Mystery & Thriller

Horror

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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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Critics Consensus

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.

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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.

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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.

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André Didyme-Dôme

Rolling Stone en Español

6 days ago

...The Others recaptures the classic pleasure of being afraid of a house where any sound can change the meaning of what we are seeing. [Full review in Spanish]

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Sebastian Zavala Kahn

Me gusta el cine

Oct 20, 2026

4/5

It is best enjoyed without knowing what surprises it holds, yes—but even if you have seen it before, it works as a somewhat lethargic, yet at times fascinating, experience. [Full review in Spanish].

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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.

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Dominique E

@encisonico 1 day ago

Scary , suspenseful, with the proper set and setting. Although, I don’t think it was executed as well as it should been. I felt misdirected and the movie relied too heavily on the ending scenes.

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Vixo S

@vixo_six 6 days ago

Of all the horror films watched this Halloween season, The Others may be the favorite—not because it was the scariest, but because its twist is so carefully constructed. Alejandro Amenábar builds the mystery through silence, darkness and an oppressive atmosphere, making the revelation feel surprising without becoming arbitrary. The convincing performances, especially Nicole Kidman’s extraordinary turn as Grace, give the story emotional weight beyond the cleverness of its twist. A beautifully assembled ghost story that leaves a lasting impression.

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Elene N

@RT17590265 Oct 26, 2026

I was really entertained and screamed out loud a few times.

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Mld G

@Ghosty2 Oct 15, 2026

it was a very slow movie but the twist at the end was fun even though i kinda guessed it

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Lindsay S

@RT47789792 Oct 15, 2026

I love it. Is one my favorites

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Amy B

@AmyJeff Sep 30, 2026

Atmospheric and nicely-paced storytelling

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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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