The Uninvited
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Overview
After the death of her ill mother in a fire, teenager Anna tries to commit suicide and is sent to a mental institution for treatment. 10 months later, she still can't remember what happened the night her mother died, but her psychiatrist, Dr. Silberling, discharges her, telling her that she has resolved her issues. Her father Steven, a successful a...
Director / Creator
Charles Guard, Thomas Guard
Writers
Craig Rosenberg, Doug Miro, Carlo Bernard
Top Cast
About The Uninvited (2009)
Filmoverview · cast · reception · where to watch
Overview
The Uninvited (2009) is a Drama, Fantasy, and Horror film from Germany and Canada. the film was directed by Charles Guard and Thomas Guard from a screenplay by Craig Rosenberg and Doug Miro. It runs 1 hour and 27 minutes and was produced primarily in English.
What it's about
After the death of her ill mother in a fire, teenager Anna tries to commit suicide and is sent to a mental institution for treatment. 10 months later, she still can't remember what happened the night her mother died, but her psychiatrist, Dr. Silberling, discharges her, telling her that she has resolved her issues. Her father Steven, a successful author, brings her back to their isolated mansion near the coast, where Anna finds that her mother's former nurse, Rachel Summers, is now her stepmother. Anna is happier to see her beloved sister Alex, who is swimming in the sea. Alex and Anna decide to look for evidence to prove that Rachel murdered their mother, as they investigate the fire in the boathouse.
Cast and crew
The film stars Emily Browning, Arielle Kebbel, and Elizabeth Banks in supporting roles. Co-directing duties were shared by Charles Guard and Thomas Guard, a collaboration that shapes the film's overall tone and visual style. Writing credits go to Craig Rosenberg, Doug Miro, and Carlo Bernard, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, The Uninvited holds a rating of 6.3/10 based on 88,969 user votes. Rotten Tomatoes lists a critical score of 31%. Metacritic aggregates a score of 43/100 from professional reviewers. Notable recognition: 2 nominations total. These numbers place The Uninvited within the broader landscape of Drama and Fantasy cinema from 2009, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
The Uninvited is currently available to stream with a subscription on Amazon. Free, ad-supported viewing options are available on Kanopy and Hoopla. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why The Uninvited is worth knowing
If you enjoy Drama or Fantasy films, The Uninvited offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2009 release, it sits within a specific moment in film history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how drama evolved during that period. Performances from Emily Browning and Arielle Kebbel are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related movies, and keep The Uninvited on your watchlist for later.
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