The Innocents (1961) movie poster

The Innocents (1961)

"Apparitions? Evils? Corruptions?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 92%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 92% (RT: 95%, MC: 88) 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
Jack Clayton
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (653 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
Metacritic
88
Cast
Deborah Kerr as Miss Giddens
Peter Wyngarde as Peter Quint
Megs Jenkins as Mrs. Grose
Michael Redgrave as The Uncle
Clytie Jessop as Miss Jessel
Isla Cameron as Anna
Yes. 92% of real audiences liked it based on 653 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 92%.
Overview
A young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted by ghosts and that the children are being possessed. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Innocents, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Jack Clayton cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Innocents is a 1961 horror, mystery, drama film directed by Jack Clayton. A young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted by ghosts and that the children are being possessed. The film has been rated by 653 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, The Innocents 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 Innocents (1961) 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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