Shutter (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2008, Shutter is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Masayuki Ochiai, running about 85 minutes. “The most terrifying images are the ones that are real.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A newly married couple discovers disturbing, ghostly images in photographs they develop after a tragic accident. Fearing the manifestations may be connected, they investigate and learn that some mysteries are better left unsolved.
Who’s in it. Shutter stars Joshua Jackson as Benjamin Shaw, Rachael Taylor as Jane Shaw, Megumi Okina as Megumi Tanaka and David Denman as Bruno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Shutter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Shutter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shutter tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shutter (2008)?
- In US, Shutter 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 Shutter worth watching?
- Shutter holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shutter?
- Shutter stars Joshua Jackson, Rachael Taylor, Megumi Okina, David Denman and Eri Otoguro.
- When was Shutter released?
- Shutter was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.