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The Vanishing (2019)

“What's left when the light goes out?”

5.8/10 · 807 votes 1h 48m r ThrillerMystery

#272 of 296 films from 2019 #2113 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Kristoffer Nyholm · Written by Celyn Jones, Joe Bone

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Overview

Three lighthouse keepers on an uninhabited island off the coast of Scotland discover something that isn't theirs to keep.

Cast

Gerard Butleras James
Peter Mullanas Thomas
Connor Swindellsas Donald
Søren Mallingas Locke
Ólafur Darri Ólafssonas Boor
Gary Lewisas Kenny
Emma Kingas Mary
Ken Druryas Duncan
Gary Kaneas Gherd
Roderick Gilkisonas Galley Hand

Facts

Release dateJanuary 4, 2019
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) — about the same as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Mystery
LanguageEN
IMDbtt4131496

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Questions

How long is The Vanishing?
The Vanishing runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is The Vanishing worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 807 votes, which places it #272 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 8%) and #2113 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Vanishing?
The Vanishing was directed by Kristoffer Nyholm.
Who stars in The Vanishing?
Gerard Butler as James; Peter Mullan as Thomas; Connor Swindells as Donald; Søren Malling as Locke; Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Boor; Gary Lewis as Kenny.
What is The Vanishing rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Vanishing?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/27378.

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