Better Watch Out (2017) movie poster

Better Watch Out (2017)

"You might be home but you're not alone"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 77%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 78% (RT: 89%, MC: 67) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
HorrorComedyThriller

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Director
Chris Peckover
Runtime
1h 29m
Country
United States of America, Australia
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,620 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Metacritic
67
Cast
Olivia DeJonge as Ashley
Levi Miller as Luke
Ed Oxenbould as Garrett
Aleks Mikic as Ricky
Patrick Warburton as Robert Lerner
Virginia Madsen as Deandra Lerner
Alexandra Matusko as Scary Movie Girl
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,620 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
On a quiet suburban street tucked within a 'safe neighborhood', a babysitter must defend a twelve-year-old boy from strangers breaking into the house, only to discover that this is far from a normal home invasion. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Better Watch Out was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Olivia DeJonge spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Better Watch Out was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Better Watch Out is a 2017 horror, comedy, thriller film directed by Chris Peckover. On a quiet suburban street tucked within a 'safe neighborhood', a babysitter must defend a twelve-year-old boy from strangers breaking into the house, only to discover that this is far from a normal home invasion. The film has been rated by 1,620 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, Better Watch Out delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Better Watch Out (2017) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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