Orphan: First Kill (2022) movie poster

Orphan: First Kill (2022)

"There's always been something wrong with Esther."
ThumbScore
👍 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 62% (RT: 69%, MC: 54) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 39m
Country
Canada, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (2,273 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
69%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Isabelle Fuhrman as Leena Klammer / Esther Albright
Matthew Finlan as Gunnar Albright
Julia Stiles as Tricia Albright
Rossif Sutherland as Allen Albright
Hiro Kanagawa as Detective Donnan
Samantha Walkes as Dr. Segar
David Lawrence Brown as Dr. Novotny
Alec Carlos as Mike
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 2,273 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 62%.
Overview
After escaping from an Estonian psychiatric facility, Leena Klammer travels to America by impersonating Esther, the missing daughter of a wealthy family. But when her mask starts to slip, she is put against a mother who will protect her family from the murderous “child” at any cost. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of Orphan: First Kill, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated horror films of 2022 among dedicated fans.
  • William Brent Bell cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Orphan: First Kill is a 2022 horror, thriller film directed by William Brent Bell. After escaping from an Estonian psychiatric facility, Leena Klammer travels to America by impersonating Esther, the missing daughter of a wealthy family. But when her mask starts to slip, she is put against a mother who will protect her family from the murderous “child” at any cost.

The film has been rated by 2,273 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Orphan: First Kill 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.

Orphan: First Kill (2022) 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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