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Eli (2019)

6.0/10 · 1,544 votes 1h 38m r Horror

#257 of 296 films from 2019 #854 of 1243 in horror

Directed by Ciarán Foy · Written by Ian B. Goldberg, David Chirchirillo, Richard Naing

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Overview

A boy named Eli with a rare autoimmune disorder is confined to a special experimental clinic for his treatment. He soon begins experiencing supernatural forces, turning the supposedly safe facility into a haunted prison for him and his fellow patients.

Cast

Charlie Shotwellas Eli
Lili Tayloras Dr. Isabella Horn
Kelly Reillyas Rose
Max Martinias Paul
Sadie Sinkas Haley
Deneen Tyleras Nurse Barbara
Katia Gomezas Nurse Maricela
Austin Foxxas Perry
Parker Loveinas Lucius
Lou Beatty Jr.as Motel Owner
Jared Bankensas Gang Leader
Nathaniel Woolseyas Punk
Kailia Poseyas Agnes

Facts

Release dateOctober 18, 2019
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) — shorter as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresHorror
LanguageEN
IMDbtt5294518

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Questions

How long is Eli?
Eli runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Eli worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 1,544 votes, which places it #257 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 14%) and #854 among 1243 horror titles.
Who directed Eli?
Eli was directed by Ciarán Foy. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Sinister 2 (2015).
Who stars in Eli?
Charlie Shotwell as Eli; Lili Taylor as Dr. Isabella Horn; Kelly Reilly as Rose; Max Martini as Paul; Sadie Sink as Haley; Deneen Tyler as Nurse Barbara.
What is Eli rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Eli?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31283.

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