The Omen (1976)
A diplomat's adopted son brings chilling, bleak horror as a measured, suspenseful evil unfolds.
Immediately after their miscarriage, the US diplomat Robert Thorn adopts the newborn Damien without the knowledge of his wife. Yet what he doesn’t know is that their new son is the son of the devil.
How intense is The Omen?
The Omen is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What The Omen feels like
- Tone
- chillingsuspensefulbleakatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Omen
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Is The Omen for you?
Is The Omen scary?
Yes, properly. The Omen is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is The Omen gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Omen sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Omen OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Omen?
The Omen runs 1h 51m.
Where can I stream The Omen?
The Omen is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Omen have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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