Lake Mungo (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2009, Lake Mungo is a thriller and horror film directed by Joel Anderson, running about 84 minutes. “If you've never seen a ghost... Look closer.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After 16-year-old Alice Palmer drowns in a local dam, her family experiences a series of strange, inexplicable events centred in and around their home. Unsettled, the Palmers seek the help of psychic and parapsychologist, who discovers that Alice led a secret, double life. At Lake Mungo, Alice's secret past emerges.
Who’s in it. Lake Mungo stars Rosie Traynor as June Palmer, David Pledger as Russell Palmer, Martin Sharpe as Mathew Palmer and Talia Zucker as Alice Palmer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Lake Mungo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lake Mungo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lake Mungo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lake Mungo (2009)?
- In US, Lake Mungo is available to stream on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lake Mungo worth watching?
- Lake Mungo holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lake Mungo?
- Lake Mungo stars Rosie Traynor, David Pledger, Martin Sharpe, Talia Zucker and Tania Lentini.
- When was Lake Mungo released?
- Lake Mungo was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.