The Shortcut
2009, English. Directed by Nicholaus Goossen.
Some urban legends are real.
When Derek moves to a new town and discovers a shortcut through the woods to his high school, he learns about a crazy old man who lives near its path: Legend has it that he abducted a group of teenagers years ago. Ignoring the warning, Derek and his friends set out to uncover the dark secret that's buried deep in the woods. But will they survive to tell it?
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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4.7/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Shortcut
The Shortcut is streaming on Philo, Starz, and Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Nicholaus GoossenDirector
- Drew SeeleyDerek
- Shannon WoodwardLisa
- Dave FrancoMark
- Katrina BowdenChristy
- Raymond J. BarryOld Man / Ivor
- Kent AllenMr. Hartley
- Wendy AndersonDerek's Mom
- Jeremy BastianBenjamin (1940s)
- Cavan CunninghamSchool Administrator
- Shannon JardineMs. Milan
- Tracy-Lynn PugsleyIrene
- Nicholas EliaTobey
Details
- Released
- 7 February 2009
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Dan Hannon, Scott Sandler
- Budget
- $5M
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The Shortcut: quick answers
Is The Shortcut worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.7/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Shortcut?
The Shortcut runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Shortcut have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Shortcut. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Shortcut parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Shortcut is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Shortcut on?
The Shortcut is streaming on Philo, Starz, and Howdy in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shortcut?
If you liked The Shortcut, try Urban Legend, Lady in White, The Caller.
Who directed The Shortcut?
The Shortcut (2009) was directed by Nicholaus Goossen and stars Drew Seeley, Shannon Woodward, Dave Franco.