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10/10Isabelle Fuhrman gives an epic performance. I can't really say too much without giving away spoilers, but I can see why she ended up being Clove!
Reviewed on February 20, 2016
Orphan(2009)
There's something wrong with Esther.
7.0(5,755)2h 3m2009-07-24
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Orphan Synopsis
After losing their baby, a married couple adopt 9-year old Esther, who may not be as innocent as she seems.
Orphan (2009) is a horror and thriller film directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, released on July 24, 2009 with a runtime of 2h 3m. It stars Vera Farmiga, Peter Sarsgaard, Isabelle Fuhrman and CCH Pounder. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 5,755 ratings.
- Director:
- Jaume Collet-Serra
- Writers:
- Alex Mace, David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick
- Producers:
- Christoph Fisser, Erik Olsen, Joel Silver
- Cinematographer:
- Jeff Cutter
- Composer:
- John Ottman
- Production:
- Dark Castle Entertainment, Appian Way
- Budget:
- $20,000,000
- Revenue:
- $77,912,251
- Status:
- Released
Orphan (2009) Trailer
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Orphan Videos & Clips
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I'm NOT your mommy!!!
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Orphan Cast & Crew
Main cast
Vera Farmiga
as Kate
Peter Sarsgaard
as John
Isabelle Fuhrman
as Esther
CCH Pounder
as Sister Abigail
Jimmy Bennett
as Daniel
Margo Martindale
as Dr. Browning
Karel Roden
as Dr. Värava
Aryana Engineer
as Max
Rosemary Dunsmore
as Grandma Barbara
Jamie Young
as Brenda
Lorry Ayers
as Joyce
Brendan Wall
as Detective
Key crew
Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, written by Alex Mace and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, produced by Christoph Fisser, Erik Olsen and Joel Silver.
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Orphan Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 5,755 ratings.
CinemaSerf
6/10I had a problem with this right from the start. Just how this young girl from eastern Europe managed to get herself placed in a wealthy American family without any semblance of blood or DNA checks to establish - for real - that she was who the father "John" (Peter Sarsgaard) desperately wanted her to be. Though I did enjoy the film thereafter, that implausibility was never far from the back of my mind as we see the…
Reviewed on November 4, 2022
Andre Gonzales
8/10This is a great movie. It's one of those movies you can only watch once though. Any more after that you know what's going on. Great ending but it ruins the movie from ever watching it again. Can't wait to see the sequel though.
Reviewed on July 22, 2023
Alunauwie
8/10Orphan (2009) is a psychological horror thriller that builds suspense through a disturbing adoption story and an unforgettable plot twist. Isabelle Fuhrman delivers a remarkable performance as Esther, making the film both unsettling and emotionally engaging despite a few narrative inconsistencies. It is an easy recommendation for viewers who enjoy mystery-driven horror with strong psychological tension. > By…
Reviewed on July 14, 2026
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Orphan – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Orphan online?
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Orphan (2009) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand and Plex. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Orphan?
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The main cast of Orphan (2009) includes Vera Farmiga, Peter Sarsgaard, Isabelle Fuhrman, CCH Pounder and Jimmy Bennett. The film was directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Orphan released?
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Orphan was released on July 24, 2009 and runs for 2h 3m.
Is Orphan worth watching?
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Orphan (2009) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 5,755 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy horror and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Orphan?
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Yes. The official Orphan trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.