The Daughter 2015
“It Takes An Outsider To See The Truth Inside.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Director
- Simon Stone
- Networks
- Screen NSW, Roadshow Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
What is The Daughter?
The Daughter is a 2015 Australian drama film written and directed by Simon Stone. Based on the 1884 play The Wild Duck by Henrik Ibsen, the film features an ensemble cast led by Geoffrey Rush.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 9, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Australia
- Studios
- Screen NSW, Roadshow Films
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 94 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Screen NSW, Roadshow Films
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Overview
The Daughter is a 2015 Australian drama film written and directed by Simon Stone. Based on the 1884 play The Wild Duck by Henrik Ibsen, the film features an ensemble cast led by Geoffrey Rush. The story is set during the final days of a dying logging town. The plot follows Christian, who returns to his family home to attend the wedding of his father, Henry. During his visit, Christian reconnects with his childhood friend, Oliver, who previously worked at Henry’s timber mill but has recently lost his job. As Christian spends time with Oliver’s family, including his wife Charlotte, his daughter Hedvig, and his father Walter, he uncovers a hidden secret. This discovery threatens to destroy Oliver’s family unit. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes and received a theatrical release in Australia on March 17, 2016. It was met with generally favourable reviews from critics following its debut.
Should you watch it?
“An outsider returns to a dying logging town and uncovers a secret that threatens a family.”
- Features an ensemble cast led by Geoffrey Rush.
- Written and directed by Simon Stone, based on Henrik Ibsen's 1884 play The Wild Duck.
- Runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes makes for a concise viewing experience.
- The story deals with dark family secrets that could tear a household apart.
Watch it if you enjoy dramatic adaptations of classic plays featuring an ensemble cast.
The tone is dramatic, reflecting its origins as an adaptation of an 1884 play in the setting of a dying logging town.
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Where to stream The Daughter (2015)?
Streaming availability varies by region, but the film is listed as available to rent or buy on digital platforms.
Is The Daughter (2015) worth watching?
The film received generally favourable reviews upon its release in Australia and features an ensemble cast led by Geoffrey Rush.
What is the binge duration for The Daughter?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes, making it a single feature film rather than a multi-episode series.
What are the essential episodes to watch?
As The Daughter is a 2015 feature film rather than a television series, it does not have episodes.
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