🎞 MTDbBest ofBy yearBy genreBy runtimeBrowse (app)

MTDb › Best of › 2011 › Straw Dogs

Straw Dogs poster

Straw Dogs (2011)

“Everyone has a breaking point.”

5.9/10 · 653 votes 1h 50m r ThrillerDrama

#197 of 249 films from 2011 #2029 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Rod Lurie · Written by Rod Lurie, Gordon Williams

▶ Trailer, images & where to stream

Overview

A young couple moves to a quaint southern town. Soon their perfect getaway turns out to become a living hell when dark secrets and lethal passions spiral out of control.

Cast

James Marsdenas David Sumner
Kate Bosworthas Amy Sumner
Alexander Skarsgårdas Charlie Venner
Dominic Purcellas Jeremy Niles
Laz Alonsoas Deputy John Burke
Willa Hollandas Janice Heddon
James Woodsas Tom Heddon
Walton Gogginsas Daniel Niles
Rhys Coiroas Norman
Billy Lushas Chris
Anson Mountas Coach Milkens
Kristen Shawas Abby
Drew Powellas Bic
Megan Adelleas Melissa

Facts

Release dateSeptember 16, 2011
Runtime110 min (1h 50m) — about the same as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$25,000,000
Box office$10,324,441 (0.4× budget)
IMDbtt0999913

More from Rod Lurie

The Last CastleThe Last Castle2001 · ★ 7.2 · 2h 11m The OutpostThe Outpost2020 · ★ 6.9 · 2h 3m Nothing But the TruthNothing But the Truth2008 · ★ 6.9 · 1h 48m

If you liked Straw Dogs

Same genre, released within a few years, sorted by TMDB rating.

The Dark KnightThe Dark Knight2008 · ★ 8.5 · 2h 32m ParasiteParasite2019 · ★ 8.5 · 2h 13m WhiplashWhiplash2014 · ★ 8.4 · 1h 47m Shutter IslandShutter Island2010 · ★ 8.2 · 2h 18m The DepartedThe Departed2006 · ★ 8.2 · 2h 31m Inglourious BasterdsInglourious Basterds2009 · ★ 8.2 · 2h 33m OldboyOldboy2003 · ★ 8.2 · 2h 0m The HandmaidenThe Handmaiden2016 · ★ 8.2 · 2h 25m

Questions

How long is Straw Dogs?
Straw Dogs runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is Straw Dogs worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 653 votes, which places it #197 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 21%) and #2029 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Straw Dogs?
Straw Dogs was directed by Rod Lurie. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Last Castle (2001), The Outpost (2020), Nothing But the Truth (2008).
Who stars in Straw Dogs?
James Marsden as David Sumner; Kate Bosworth as Amy Sumner; Alexander Skarsgård as Charlie Venner; Dominic Purcell as Jeremy Niles; Laz Alonso as Deputy John Burke; Willa Holland as Janice Heddon.
What is Straw Dogs rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Straw Dogs?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/21788.

Browse

Best of 2011Best thrillerThriller of the 2010sBest dramaDrama of the 2010sAll lists
MTDb·Best films by year, genre and runtime·A century in numbers·Browse and watch trailers

Film data and images from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings are TMDB user scores as of 2026-10-05.