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The Glass House (2001)

“The glass is about to be shattered...”

6.0/10 · 1,141 votes 1h 47m pg-13 ThrillerDrama

#116 of 148 films from 2001 #1881 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Daniel Sackheim · Written by Wesley Strick

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Overview

When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, seems to be the beginning of a new life for them.

Cast

Leelee Sobieskias Ruby Baker
Diane Laneas Erin Glass
Stellan Skarsgårdas Terence Glass
Trevor Morganas Rhett Baker
Chris Nothas Uncle Jack
Bruce Dernas Alvin Begleiter
Kathy Bakeras Nancy Ryan
Michael O'Keefeas Dave Baker
Vyto Ruginisas Don
Gavin O'Connoras Whitey
Carly Popeas Tasha
China Shaversas E.B.
Agnes Bruckneras Zoe
Michael Paul Chanas Mr. Kim

Facts

Release dateSeptember 14, 2001
Runtime107 min (1h 47m) — about the same as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$23,619,609 (0.8× budget)
IMDbtt0221218

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Questions

How long is The Glass House?
The Glass House runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Is The Glass House worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 1,141 votes, which places it #116 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 22%) and #1881 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Glass House?
The Glass House was directed by Daniel Sackheim.
Who stars in The Glass House?
Leelee Sobieski as Ruby Baker; Diane Lane as Erin Glass; Stellan Skarsgård as Terence Glass; Trevor Morgan as Rhett Baker; Chris Noth as Uncle Jack; Bruce Dern as Alvin Begleiter.
What is The Glass House rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Glass House?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9858.

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