The Watcher in the Woods (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1980, The Watcher in the Woods is a thriller, fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by John Hough, running about 83 minutes. “Scared of going into the woods? You should be ...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After an American family moves to an old country manor in rural England, one of the daughters is tormented by the spirit of the owner's long lost daughter, who mysteriously disappeared 30 years ago during a solar eclipse.
Who’s in it. The Watcher in the Woods stars Bette Davis as Mrs. Aylwood, Lynn-Holly Johnson as Jan Curtis, Kyle Richards as Ellie Curtis and Carroll Baker as Helen Curtis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Watcher in the Woods has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Watcher in the Woods page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Watcher in the Woods tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Watcher in the Woods (1980)?
- In GB, The Watcher in the Woods is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Watcher in the Woods worth watching?
- The Watcher in the Woods holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Watcher in the Woods?
- The Watcher in the Woods stars Bette Davis, Lynn-Holly Johnson, Kyle Richards, Carroll Baker and David McCallum.
- When was The Watcher in the Woods released?
- The Watcher in the Woods was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.