The Changeling (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1980, The Changeling is a horror film directed by Peter Medak, running about 103 minutes. “Whatever you do… Don't go into the attic” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a tragic event happens, composer John Russell moves to Seattle to try to overcome it and build a new and peaceful life in a lonely big house that has been uninhabited for many years. But, soon after, the obscure history of such an old mansion and his own past begin to haunt him.
Who’s in it. The Changeling stars George C. Scott as John Russell, Trish Van Devere as Claire Norman, Melvyn Douglas as Senator Carmichael and John Colicos as Captain DeWitt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Changeling has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $12M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Night Flight Plus, Screambox Amazon Channel and Eternal Family and 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 Changeling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Changeling tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Changeling (1980)?
- In US, The Changeling is available to stream on Philo, Night Flight Plus and Screambox Amazon Channel, and 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 Changeling worth watching?
- The Changeling holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Changeling?
- The Changeling stars George C. Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas, John Colicos and Barry Morse.