Shutter Island (2010)
A marshal's investigation into a missing patient unravels amidst chilling visions and a pervasive sense of dread.
World War II soldier-turned-U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels investigates the disappearance of a patient from a hospital for the criminally insane, but his efforts are compromised by troubling visions and a mysterious doctor.
How intense is Shutter Island?
Shutter Island is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Shutter Island feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulbleakatmosphericchillingmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Shutter Island
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Is Shutter Island for you?
Is Shutter Island scary?
Only a little. Shutter Island has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Shutter Island gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Shutter Island sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Shutter Island OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Shutter Island?
Shutter Island runs 2h 18m.
Where can I stream Shutter Island?
Shutter Island is streaming on Paramount+ and Starz.
Does Shutter Island have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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