The Ogre (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1989, The Ogre is a horror and tv movie film directed by Lamberto Bava, running about 94 minutes. “When childhood dreams become adult nightmares fear turns into reality!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American horror writer, haunted by childhood nightmares, moves to an old mansion in Italy with her husband and young son only to discover the nightmares were real.
Who’s in it. The Ogre stars Paolo Malco as Tom, Virginia Bryant as Cheryl, Sabrina Ferilli as Anna and Stefania Montorsi as Maria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Ogre has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ogre page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ogre tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ogre (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ogre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ogre worth watching?
- The Ogre holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ogre?
- The Ogre stars Paolo Malco, Virginia Bryant, Sabrina Ferilli, Stefania Montorsi and Patrizio Vinci.
- When was The Ogre released?
- The Ogre was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.