The Beacon (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2009, The Beacon is a thriller and horror film directed by Michael Stokes, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. While trying to get their lives back on track after the loss of their four year old son, Bryn and Paul Shaw move to the charming old Beacon Apartments. Bryn begins seeing a ghostly little boy skulking around the building. With the help of an eccentric young professor and a tough old beat cop, Bryn tries to uncover the details of the boy's death.
Who’s in it. The Beacon stars Teri Polo as Bryn Shaw, David Rees Snell as Paul Shaw, Elaine Hendrix as Vanessa Carver and Michael Ironside as Oficer Ned Hutton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Beacon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beacon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beacon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beacon (2009)?
- In US, The Beacon is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Beacon worth watching?
- The Beacon holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Beacon?
- The Beacon stars Teri Polo, David Rees Snell, Elaine Hendrix, Michael Ironside and Marnette Patterson.
- When was The Beacon released?
- The Beacon was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.