Observance (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 2016, Observance is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Joseph Sims-Dennett, running about 90 minutes. “They are watching” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the grip of grief following the death of his young son, his marriage on the rocks and nearing bankruptcy, Parker reluctantly returns to work as a private investigator. Embarking on an unusual assignment to observe a woman from an abandoned apartment, Parker witnesses bizarre happenings surrounding her, unaware that the derelict building that he surveys her from has birthed a dark presence which slowly threatens to consume him.
Who’s in it. Observance stars Brendan Cowell as Employer, John Jarratt as Snitch, Louisa Mignone as Rachel and Tom O'Sullivan as Bret Buchanan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Observance has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling and IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from FlixFling and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Observance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Observance tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Observance (2016)?
- In US, Observance is available to stream on FlixFling and IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from FlixFling and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Observance worth watching?
- Observance holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Observance?
- Observance stars Brendan Cowell, John Jarratt, Louisa Mignone, Tom O'Sullivan and Lindsay Farris.
- When was Observance released?
- Observance was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.