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Doctor Sleep 2019

“Return to the Overlook.”

★ 7.1/10 · 4,948 votes R HorrorFantasy Released
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What is Doctor Sleep?

"Doctor Sleep" is a film about a character still scarred by a traumatic experience from his childhood. The character, who was previously a patient at the Overlook Hotel, is now facing the consequences of his past.

Type
Film
Year
2019
Status
Released
Runtime
152 minutes
Release date
Oct 30, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Vertigo Entertainment, Intrepid Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Budget
$45,000,000
Revenue
$72,385,286
Genres
Horror, Fantasy
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.1/10
🎬 Production Scale9.3/10
🎯 Feature Film #Horror #Fantasy 🔥 Fan Favorite
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Overview

"Doctor Sleep" is a film about a character still scarred by a traumatic experience from his childhood. The character, who was previously a patient at the Overlook Hotel, is now facing the consequences of his past. He encounters a teenage girl named Abra who possesses a unique ability known as the "shine." This ability is described as an extrasensory power. Abra requires the character's assistance and he is drawn into a situation where he must confront the ghosts of his past. The film centers around the character's relationship with Abra and his efforts to help her with her extraordinary ability.

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Should you watch it?

“A traumatized adult with childhood baggage must help a courageous teen possessing a powerful ability.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features a story based on a Stephen King novel
  • Written, directed, and edited by Mike Flanagan
Keep in mind
  • Runtime is two hours and thirty-two minutes
  • Deals with traumatic childhood experiences

Watch it if you enjoy supernatural horror films adapted from Stephen King novels.

Rated R and contains supernatural horror themes.

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When was Doctor Sleep released in the US?

Doctor Sleep was released in the US on 11/08/2019.

What genres is the film associated with?

The film is associated with the horror and fantasy genres.

Who wrote and directed the film?

The film was written, directed, and edited by Mike Flanagan.

What is the film based on?

The film is based on the 2013 novel of the same name by Stephen King.

What is the runtime of the movie?

The runtime of the movie is 2 hours and 32 minutes.

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