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The House That Jack Built (2018)

“If you feel like screaming... you definitely should.”

7.1/10 · 3,168 votes 2h 32m r ThrillerDramaHorrorCrime

#90 of 328 films from 2018 #557 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Lars von Trier · Written by Lars von Trier

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Overview

Failed architect, engineer and vicious murderer Jack narrates the details of some of his most elaborately orchestrated crimes, each of them a towering piece of art that defines his life's work as a serial killer for twelve years.

Cast

Matt Dillonas Jack
Bruno Ganzas Verge
Uma Thurmanas Lady 1
Siobhan Fallon Hoganas Lady 2
Sofie Gråbølas Lady 3
Riley Keoughas Simple
Jeremy Daviesas Al
Jack McKenzieas Sonny
Mathias Hjelmas Glenn
Ed Speleersas Ed - Police Officer 2
Emil Tholstrupas Young Jack
Marijana Jankovićas Female Student
Carina Skenhedeas Little Old Lady
Rocco Dayas Grumpy

Facts

Release dateOctober 4, 2018
Runtime152 min (2h 32m) — longer as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Horror, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$9,800,000
Box office$5,566,776 (0.6× budget)
IMDbtt4003440

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Questions

How long is The House That Jack Built?
The House That Jack Built runs 152 minutes (2h 32m), which is long for a thriller — plan for it.
Is The House That Jack Built worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 3,168 votes, which places it #90 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 73%) and #557 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The House That Jack Built?
The House That Jack Built was directed by Lars von Trier. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Breaking the Waves (1996).
Who stars in The House That Jack Built?
Matt Dillon as Jack; Bruno Ganz as Verge; Uma Thurman as Lady 1; Siobhan Fallon Hogan as Lady 2; Sofie Gråbøl as Lady 3; Riley Keough as Simple.
What is The House That Jack Built rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The House That Jack Built?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/33274.

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