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The Watcher in the Woods

The Watcher in the Woods

It was just an innocent game until a young girl vanished...for thirty years.

After an American family moves to an old country manor in rural England, one of the daughters is tormented by the spirit of the owner's long lost daughter, who mysteriously disappeared 30 years ago during a solar eclipse.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Watcher in the Woods
  • Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1980-04-17
  • Runtime: 83 minutes
  • Rating: 5.92/10 (144 votes)
  • Budget: $9,000,000
  • Revenue: $5,000,000
  • Production Companies: Walt Disney Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4182
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bette Davis

Bette Davis

as Mrs. Aylwood

Lynn-Holly Johnson

Lynn-Holly Johnson

as Jan Curtis

Kyle Richards

Kyle Richards

as Ellie Curtis

Carroll Baker

Carroll Baker

as Helen Curtis

David McCallum

David McCallum

as Paul Curtis

Benedict Taylor

Benedict Taylor

as Mike Fleming

Frances Cuka

Frances Cuka

as Mary Fleming

Richard Pasco

Richard Pasco

as Tom Colley

Ian Bannen

Ian Bannen

as John Keller

Katharine Levy

Katharine Levy

as Karen Aylwood

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Trailers & Clips

The Watcher in the Woods (1980) - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

countrysidecountry housesupernaturalsolar eclipsehaunted housepastbased on young adult novel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Watcher in the Woods?

The Watcher in the Woods is a Fantasy, Horror, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1980-04-17.

Who are the main actors in The Watcher in the Woods?

The main cast includes Bette Davis, Lynn-Holly Johnson, Kyle Richards, Carroll Baker, David McCallum, .

Where can I watch The Watcher in the Woods online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Watcher in the Woods is available.

Is The Watcher in the Woods based on a true story?

It was just an innocent game until a young girl vanished...for thirty years.

What is the IMDb rating of The Watcher in the Woods?

The Watcher in the Woods has an IMDb rating of 5.92/10 based on 144 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Watcher in the Woods?

The movie had a production budget of $9,000,000 and earned $5,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Watcher in the Woods?

The soundtrack was composed by Walt Disney Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Watcher in the Woods filmed?

The Watcher in the Woods was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Watcher in the Woods?

The total runtime of The Watcher in the Woods is 83 minutes.

Is The Watcher in the Woods suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Watcher in the Woods?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Watcher in the Woods.

Does The Watcher in the Woods have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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