The Orphan (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 3.1
Released in 1979, The Orphan is a horror film directed by John Ballard, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A disturbed young man is plagued by horrific headaches that he believes make him commit murders.
Who’s in it. The Orphan stars Mark Owens as David, Afolabi Ajayi as Akin, Stanley Church as Dr. Thomson and Malachy McCourt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.1/10, The Orphan has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Orphan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Orphan tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Orphan (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Orphan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Orphan worth watching?
- The Orphan holds an audience score of 3.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Orphan?
- The Orphan stars Mark Owens, Afolabi Ajayi, Stanley Church, Malachy McCourt and Joanna Miles.
- When was The Orphan released?
- The Orphan was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.