Boogeyman (2005) movie poster

Boogeyman (2005)

"You thought it was just a story."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 72%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 22% (RT: 11%, MC: 32) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Stephen Kay
Runtime
1h 29m
Country
United States of America, New Zealand
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.0/10 (793 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
11%
Metacritic
32
Cast
Emily Deschanel as Kate Houghton
Lucy Lawless as Tim's Mother
Skye McCole Bartusiak as Franny Roberts
Tory Mussett as Jessica
Louise Wallace as Jessica's Mom
Andrew Glover as Boogeyman
Charles Mesure as Tim's Father
Most people think so. 72% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 793 votes. Critics scored it lower at 22%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Every culture has one โ€“ the horrible monster fueling young children's nightmares. But for Tim, the Boogeyman still lives in his memories as a creature that devoured his father 16 years ago. Is the Boogeyman real, or did Tim make it up to explain why his father abandoned his family? Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated thriller films of 2005 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Boogeyman was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Barry Watson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Boogeyman is a 2005 thriller, horror, drama film directed by Stephen Kay. Every culture has one โ€“ the horrible monster fueling young children's nightmares. But for Tim, the Boogeyman still lives in his memories as a creature that devoured his father 16 years ago.

Is the Boogeyman real, or did Tim make it up to explain why his father abandoned his family?. The film has been rated by 793 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, Boogeyman 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. Boogeyman (2005) 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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