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Afraid (2024)

“Be careful what you let in.”

5.9/10 · 546 votes 1h 24m pg-13 ThrillerHorrorScience-fiction

#155 of 177 films from 2024 #2040 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Chris Weitz · Written by Chris Weitz

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Overview

Curtis Pike and his family are selected to test a new home device: a digital assistant called AIA. AIA observes the family's behaviors and begins to anticipate their needs. And she can – and will – make sure nothing – and no one – gets in her family's way.

Cast

Katherine Waterstonas Meredith
Havana Rose Liuas Melody / AIA (voice)
John Choas Curtis
Lukita Maxwellas Iris
David Dastmalchianas Lightning
Keith Carradineas Marcus
Wyatt Lindneras Preston
Ben Youcefas Ben
Isaac Baeas Cal
Bennett Curranas Sawyer
Ashley Romansas Sam
Greg Hillas Henry / RV Man
Mason Shea Joyceas Eli
Riki Lindhomeas Maud / RV Woman

Facts

Release dateAugust 28, 2024
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) — shorter as the 2024 average of 112 min
GenresThriller, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$12,000,000
Box office$12,977,758 (1.1× budget)
IMDbtt24577462

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Questions

How long is Afraid?
Afraid runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Afraid worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 546 votes, which places it #155 of 177 films released in 2024 in this index (top 13%) and #2040 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Afraid?
Afraid was directed by Chris Weitz. Other well-rated titles by the same director: About a Boy (2002), Operation Finale (2018), The Golden Compass (2007).
Who stars in Afraid?
Katherine Waterston as Meredith; Havana Rose Liu as Melody / AIA (voice); John Cho as Curtis; Lukita Maxwell as Iris; David Dastmalchian as Lightning; Keith Carradine as Marcus.
What is Afraid rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Afraid?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/28418.

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