---
title: "The Cradle"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cradle-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 17469
imdb_id: "tt0871020"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 4.1
vote_count: 14
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Cradle (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cradle-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Cradle" (2007).
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Title: The Cradle (2007).
Release Date: 07/31/2007 (US).
Genre: Horror and Thriller.
Runtime: 1h 47m.
Rating: R.
Director: Tim Brown.
Cast: Lukas Haas, Emily Hampshire, Amanda Smith, Libby Adams.
Plot: Frank and Julie move to a small isolated town with their son Sam. Julie and Sam become ill. Driven by terrifying nightmares of torture that come true, Frank begs a local midwife Helen to care for Sam while searching for a way to stop the curse on his family.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tim Brown

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lukas Haas** as *Frank*
- **Emily Hampshire** as *Julie*
- **Amanda Smith** as *Helen*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Cradle online?
The Cradle is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Cradle worth watching?
The Cradle holds a community rating of 4.1/10 based on 14 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Cradle and when was it released?
The Cradle is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Cradle?
The Cradle was directed by Tim Brown.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Cradle — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/17469)
- [The Cradle (2007) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/17469-the-cradle/cast)
- [The Cradle (2007) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0871020/)
- [The Cradle (2007) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-cradle/1348887/credits/)
- [The Cradle (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cradle_(film))
- [The Hand That Rocks the Cradle | Disney Wiki | Fandom](https://help.naver.com/service/5626/contents/24844?lang=ko&osType=COMMONOS)

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