The Wicker Man (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 2006, The Wicker Man is a comedy, thriller, drama and horror film directed by Neil LaBute, running about 102 minutes. “Some sacrifices must be made” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sheriff investigating the disappearance of a young girl from a small island discovers there's a larger mystery to solve among the island's secretive, neo-pagan community.
Who’s in it. The Wicker Man stars Nicolas Cage as Edward Malus, Ellen Burstyn as Sister Summersisle, Kate Beahan as Sister Willow and Frances Conroy as Dr. Moss, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Wicker Man has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $38.8M at the box office.
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 The Wicker Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wicker Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wicker Man (2006)?
- In US, The Wicker Man 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 The Wicker Man worth watching?
- The Wicker Man holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wicker Man?
- The Wicker Man stars Nicolas Cage, Ellen Burstyn, Kate Beahan, Frances Conroy and Leelee Sobieski.
- When was The Wicker Man released?
- The Wicker Man was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.