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The Wicker Man (2006)

โ€œSome sacrifices must be madeโ€

4.3/10 ยท 1,467 votes 1h 42m pg-13 ThrillerHorrorMystery

#213 of 217 films from 2006 #2465 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Neil LaBute ยท Written by Neil LaBute, Robin Hardy, David Pinner

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Overview

A sheriff investigating the disappearance of a young girl from a small island discovers there's a larger mystery to solve among the island's secretive, neo-pagan community.

Cast

Nicolas Cageas Edward Malus
Ellen Burstynas Sister Summersisle
Kate Beahanas Sister Willow
Frances Conroyas Dr. Moss
Molly Parkeras Sister Rose / Sister Thorn
Leelee Sobieskias Sister Honey
Diane Delanoas Sister Beech
Michael Wisemanas Officer Pete
Erika-Shaye Gairas Rowan Woodward
Christa Campbellas Truck Stop Waitress
Emily Holmesas Station Wagon Mom
Zemphira Goslingas Station Wagon Girl
Matthew Walkeras Sea Plane Pilot
Mary Blackas Sister Oak

Facts

Release dateAugust 31, 2006
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) โ€” about the same as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Horror, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$38,805,380 (1.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0450345

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Questions

How long is The Wicker Man?
The Wicker Man runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is The Wicker Man worth watching?
TMDB users give it 4.3/10 across 1,467 votes, which places it #213 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 2%) and #2465 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Wicker Man?
The Wicker Man was directed by Neil LaBute. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Lakeview Terrace (2008), Death at a Funeral (2010).
Who stars in The Wicker Man?
Nicolas Cage as Edward Malus; Ellen Burstyn as Sister Summersisle; Kate Beahan as Sister Willow; Frances Conroy as Dr. Moss; Molly Parker as Sister Rose / Sister Thorn; Leelee Sobieski as Sister Honey.
What is The Wicker Man rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Wicker Man?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10992.

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