The Orphanage movie poster

The Orphanage

"A tale of love. A story of horror."

May 20, 2007 1h 45m 7.2/10 (3,038 votes)

Originally released in 2007. The Orphanage is a horror/drama film. directed by J.A. Bayona.

Starring Belén Rueda, Fernando Cayo, and Roger Príncep

Synopsis

A woman brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphanage, intent on reopening it. Before long, her son starts to communicate with a new invisible friend.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 20, 2007 18 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (3,038 votes)
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Budget $3.4M Production budget
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Box Office $78.6M 23.1x return
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Spain Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES
Budget
$3,400,000
Revenue
$78,638,987

Production Companies

  • Rodar y Rodar
  • Telecinco Cinema

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Orphanage about?

A woman brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphanage, intent on reopening it. Before long, her son starts to communicate with a new invisible friend.

Who directed The Orphanage?

The Orphanage was directed by J.A. Bayona.

How long is The Orphanage?

The Orphanage has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was The Orphanage released?

The Orphanage was released on May 20, 2007 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Orphanage?

The main cast of The Orphanage includes Belén Rueda, Fernando Cayo, Roger Príncep, Mabel Rivera, Montserrat Carulla.

Is The Orphanage worth watching?

The Orphanage has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 3,038 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.