The Skeptic 2009
What is The Skeptic?
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- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- May 1, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Revenue
- $205,585
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.3/10 from 111 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Title: The Skeptic (also known as The Haunting of Bryan Becket).
Release Date: 05/01/2009 (US).
Genre: Horror, Thriller, Suspense thriller.
Runtime: 1h 29m.
Director/Writer: Tennyson Bardwell.
Cast: Tim Daly (plays Bryan Becket), Zoe Saldana (or Saldaña), Tom Arnold, Robert Prosky (final film appearance), Edward Herrmann.
Plot: Bryan Becket is a confirmed skeptic lawyer. After his aunt's mysterious death, he dismisses reports that her house is haunted and moves in. He experiences occurrences he cannot explain and senses a strange connection to the house's past. The haunting turns personal.
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The Skeptic is a 2009 American suspense thriller film written and directed by Tennyson Bardwell. Also known as The Haunting of Bryan Beck
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of horror and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Skeptic worth watching?
The Skeptic holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 111 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Skeptic and when was it released?
The Skeptic is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Skeptic?
The Skeptic was directed by Tennyson Bardwell.
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