The Snowman (2017)
A detective hunts a killer in a bleak, snow-covered landscape where a pink scarf signals grim disappearances.
Detective Harry Hole investigates the disappearance of a woman whose pink scarf is found wrapped around an ominous looking snowman.
How intense is The Snowman?
The Snowman is mildly scary, with graphic 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 Snowman feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittybleakatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Snowman
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Snowman for you?
Is The Snowman scary?
Only a little. The Snowman has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Snowman gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Snowman sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Snowman OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Snowman?
The Snowman runs 1h 59m.
Where can I stream The Snowman?
The Snowman is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Snowman have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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