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Let the Right One In (2008)

“Eli is 12 years old. She's been 12 for over 200 years, and she just moved in next door.”

7.5/10 · 3,353 votes 1h 55m r DramaHorror

#28 of 219 films from 2008 #879 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Tomas Alfredson · Written by John Ajvide Lindqvist

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Overview

When Oskar, a sensitive, bullied 12-year-old boy, meets his new neighbor, the mysterious and moody Eli, they strike up a friendship. Initially reserved with each other, Oskar and Eli slowly form a close bond, but it soon becomes apparent that she is no ordinary young girl.

Cast

Kåre Hedebrantas Oskar
Lina Leanderssonas Eli
Per Ragnaras Håkan
Henrik Dahlas Erik
Karin Bergquistas Yvonne
Peter Carlbergas Lacke
Ika Nordas Virginia
Mikael Rahmas Jocke
Karl-Robert Lindgrenas Gösta
Anders T. Peeduas Morgan
Pale Olofssonas Larry
Cayetano Ruizas Magister Avila
Patrik Rydmarkas Conny
Johan Sömnesas Andreas

Facts

Release dateOctober 24, 2008
Runtime115 min (1h 55m) — longer as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresDrama, Horror
Original titleLåt den rätte komma in
LanguageSV
Budget$4,000,000
Box office$10,785,801 (2.7× budget)
IMDbtt1139797

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Questions

How long is Let the Right One In?
Let the Right One In runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Is Let the Right One In worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 3,353 votes, which places it #28 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 88%) and #879 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Let the Right One In?
Let the Right One In was directed by Tomas Alfredson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011), The Snowman (2017).
Who stars in Let the Right One In?
Kåre Hedebrant as Oskar; Lina Leandersson as Eli; Per Ragnar as Håkan; Henrik Dahl as Erik; Karin Bergquist as Yvonne; Peter Carlberg as Lacke.
What is Let the Right One In rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Let the Right One In?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/221434.

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