A Monster Calls (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2016, A Monster Calls is a fantasy and drama film directed by J. A. Bayona, running about 108 minutes. “Stories are wild creatures.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A boy imagines a monster that helps him deal with his difficult life and see the world in a different way.
Who’s in it. A Monster Calls stars Lewis MacDougall as Conor, Sigourney Weaver as Grandma, Felicity Jones as Mum and Toby Kebbell as Dad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, A Monster Calls has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $47.3M 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 A Monster Calls page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Monster Calls tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Monster Calls (2016)?
- In US, A Monster Calls 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 A Monster Calls worth watching?
- A Monster Calls holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Monster Calls?
- A Monster Calls stars Lewis MacDougall, Sigourney Weaver, Felicity Jones, Toby Kebbell and Liam Neeson.
- When was A Monster Calls released?
- A Monster Calls was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.