The Cry of the Owl
2009, English. Directed by Jamie Thraves.
What would you do if someone was watching you?
Fleeing New York City, a failed marriage and a fragile mental history, artist Robert Forrester moves to small-town Pennsylvania. There he becomes fascinated with the simple domesticity of a beautiful neighbor, watching her through the windows of her home --- until she invites him in for coffee. He is drawn into a relationship with the young woman whose boyfriend goes missing; Robert becomes a murder suspect, gradually sensing he is the target of a larger plot.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The Cry of the Owl is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jamie ThravesDirector
- Paddy ConsidineRobert Forrester
- Julia StilesJenny Thierolf
- Karl PrunerMr. Jaffe
- Phillip MacKenzieLavigne Client
- Gord RandJack Nielson
- James GilbertGreg Wyncoop
- R.D. ReidMr. Kolbe
- Caroline DhavernasNickie Grace
- Alex KarzisRobert's Lawyer
- Marcia LaskowskiNickie's Lawyer
- Krista BridgesElaine
- Charlotte SullivanSally Nielson
Details
- Released
- 7 February 2009
- Country
- Canada, France, Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Jamie Thraves
- Budget
- $12M
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What The Cry of the Owl is based on
The Cry of the Owl is based on The Cry of the Owl, a 1962 novel by Patricia Highsmith, published by Harper.
Novel · 1962
The Cry of the Owl
By Patricia Highsmith
Published by Harper
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The Cry of the Owl: quick answers
Is The Cry of the Owl worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 110 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cry of the Owl?
The Cry of the Owl runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Cry of the Owl have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cry of the Owl. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cry of the Owl parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cry of the Owl is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cry of the Owl on?
The Cry of the Owl is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cry of the Owl?
If you liked The Cry of the Owl, try Dream House, Shutter Island, Gone Girl.
Who directed The Cry of the Owl?
The Cry of the Owl (2009) was directed by Jamie Thraves and stars Paddy Considine, Julia Stiles, Karl Pruner.
What is The Cry of the Owl based on?
The Cry of the Owl is based on The Cry of the Owl, a 1962 novel by Patricia Highsmith, published by Harper.