The Melancholy Fantastic (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2011, The Melancholy Fantastic is a thriller, fantasy, drama and horror film directed by A.D. Calvo, running about 100 minutes. “Happy holidays?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Suffering from her mother's recent suicide, a delusional young girl falls for an alluring Goth, against the objections of a life-size talking muslin doll. The Melancholy Fantastic is a psychological thriller set during the holidays.
Who’s in it. The Melancholy Fantastic stars Amy Crowdis as Melanie Crow, Robin Lord Taylor as Dukken (as Robin Taylor), Josh Caras as Kenny Wiley and Geneva Carr as Mrs. Wiley.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Melancholy Fantastic has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Melancholy Fantastic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Melancholy Fantastic tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Melancholy Fantastic (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Melancholy Fantastic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Melancholy Fantastic worth watching?
- The Melancholy Fantastic holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, fantasy, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Melancholy Fantastic?
- The Melancholy Fantastic stars Amy Crowdis, Robin Lord Taylor, Josh Caras and Geneva Carr.
- When was The Melancholy Fantastic released?
- The Melancholy Fantastic was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.