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Funny Games 2008

“You must admit, you brought this on yourself.”

★ 6.5/10 · 2,298 votes R ThrillerHorror Released
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What is Funny Games?

The film is a thriller about a family who visits their holiday home. Upon arrival, they are visited by two young men who initially appear to be polite and pleasant.

Type
Film
Year
2008
Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Release date
Mar 14, 2008
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America, Austria, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy
Studios
Celluloid Dreams, Halcyon Pictures, Tartan Films
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$7,938,872
Genres
Thriller, Horror
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Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

83 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.4/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.1/10
🎬 Production Scale9.3/10
🎯 Feature Film #Thriller #Horror 🔥 Fan Favorite
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Overview

The film is a thriller about a family who visits their holiday home. Upon arrival, they are visited by two young men who initially appear to be polite and pleasant. These men, who are armed with golf clubs, proceed to terrorize and torture the family. The family is given a deadline to survive, with the expectation of being able to escape or receive help by a certain time. The film depicts the family's desperate situation as they try to stay alive.

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Should you watch it?

“A family’s relaxing getaway turns into a nightmarish game of survival.”

Reasons to watch
  • gripping tension throughout
  • well‑crafted horror atmosphere
  • strong lead performances
Keep in mind
  • relentless brutality may be disturbing
  • slow pacing for some viewers

Watch it if you appreciate unsettling psychological horror that keeps you on edge.

The film features graphic violence and intense psychological terror, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.

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When was Funny Games released?

It was released in the United States on March 14, 2008.

What is the runtime of the film?

The movie runs for 1 hour 51 minutes.

What genre does Funny Games belong to?

It is classified as a thriller and horror film.

Who are the main characters?

The story follows Ann, her husband George, and their son Georgie.

What is the basic premise of the movie?

A family’s holiday retreat is invaded by two seemingly polite young men who terrorize them.

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