---
title: "The Echo"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-echo-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 25329
imdb_id: "tt0897347"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 198
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Echo (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-echo-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Echo" (2008).
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Title: The Echo.
Year: 2008.
Release Date: 05/25/2008 (US).
Genres: Horror, Thriller, Drama, Mystery, American supernatural horror.
Runtime: 1h 36m.
Director: Yam Laranas.
Writers: Eric Bernt and Shintaro Shimosawa.
Remake of: 2004 Filipino film Sigaw (also directed by Laranas).
Plot: An ex-prisoner moves to an old apartment. He sees a domestic problem between a police officer, his wife, and his daughter. When he tries to intervene, he is caught in a mysterious curse.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        The Echo is a 2008 American supernatural horror film directed by Yam Laranas. It was released in the US on May 25, 2008

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Yam Laranas
- **Networks / Studios**: Echo Productions, Vertigo Entertainment, QED International

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jesse Bradford** as *Bobby*
- **Amelia Warner** as *Alyssa*
- **Carlos Leon** as *Hector*
- **Iza Calzado** as *Gina*
- **Kevin Durand** as *Walter*
- **Louise Linton** as *Katie*
- **Jamie Bloch** as *Carly*
- **Pruitt Taylor Vince** as *Joseph*
- **Aron Tager** as *Old Man*
- **Hrant Alianak** as *Max*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Echo online?
The Echo is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Echo worth watching?
The Echo holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 198 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Echo and when was it released?
The Echo is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Echo?
The Echo was directed by Yam Laranas.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Echo — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/25329)
- [The Echo (2008 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Echo_(2008_film))
- [The Echo (2008) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0897347/fullcredits/)
- [The Echo (2008) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/25329-the-echo/cast)
- [The Echo (2008) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/265897-the-echo/cast/)

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