

Girl in the Basement
2021, English. Directed by Elisabeth Röhm.
Sara is a teen girl who is looking forward to her 18th birthday to move away from her controlling father Don. But before she could even blow out the candles, Don imprisons her in the basement of their home.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Girl in the Basement is streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu, and Lifetime Movie Club in India.
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- Released
- 27 February 2021
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Manu Boyer, Leslie Greif, Barbara Marshall
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What Girl in the Basement is based on
Girl in the Basement is based on a true story.
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Girl in the Basement: quick answers
Is Girl in the Basement worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 912 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Girl in the Basement?
Girl in the Basement runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Girl in the Basement have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Girl in the Basement. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Girl in the Basement parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Girl in the Basement is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Girl in the Basement on?
Girl in the Basement is streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu, and Lifetime Movie Club in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Girl in the Basement?
If you liked Girl in the Basement, try The Girl Who Escaped: The Kara Robinson Story, The Call, Gone.
Who directed Girl in the Basement?
Girl in the Basement (2021) was directed by Elisabeth Röhm and stars Judd Nelson, Stefanie Scott, Joely Fisher.
What is Girl in the Basement based on?
Girl in the Basement is based on a true story.