The Changeling (1980) movie poster

The Changeling (1980)

"Whatever you doโ€ฆ Don't go into the attic"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 88%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 78% (RT: 85%, MC: 70) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
Canada
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (709 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
Metacritic
70
Cast
George C. Scott as John Russell
Trish Van Devere as Claire Norman
Melvyn Douglas as Senator Carmichael
John Colicos as Captain DeWitt
Barry Morse as Parapsychologist
Madeleine Sherwood as Mrs. Norman
Helen Burns as Leah Harmon
Eric Christmas as Albert Harmon
Yes. 88% of real audiences liked it based on 709 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
After a tragic event happens, composer John Russell moves to Seattle to try to overcome it and build a new and peaceful life in a lonely big house that has been uninhabited for many years. But, soon after, the obscure history of such an old mansion and his own past begin to haunt him. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • George C. Scott spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of The Changeling was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Changeling is a 1980 horror film directed by Peter Medak. After a tragic event happens, composer John Russell moves to Seattle to try to overcome it and build a new and peaceful life in a lonely big house that has been uninhabited for many years. But, soon after, the obscure history of such an old mansion and his own past begin to haunt him.

The film has been rated by 709 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, The Changeling 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.

The Changeling (1980) 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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