The Omen (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1976, The Omen is a thriller and horror film directed by Richard Donner, running about 111 minutes. “It is the greatest mystery of all because no human being will ever solve it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Immediately after their miscarriage, the US diplomat Robert Thorn adopts the newborn Damien without the knowledge of his wife. Yet what he doesn’t know is that their new son is the son of the devil.
Who’s in it. The Omen stars Gregory Peck as Robert Thorn, Lee Remick as Katherine Thorn, David Warner as Keith Jennings and Billie Whitelaw as Mrs. Baylock, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Omen has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $60.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Omen page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Omen tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Omen (1976)?
- In US, The Omen is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Omen worth watching?
- The Omen holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Omen?
- The Omen stars Gregory Peck, Lee Remick, David Warner, Billie Whitelaw and Harvey Stephens.
- When was The Omen released?
- The Omen was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.