The Woman in the Window (2021)
An agoraphobic woman witnesses a disturbing crime across the street, blurring the line between reality and delusion.
An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York begins spying on her new neighbors only to witness a disturbing act of violence.
How intense is The Woman in the Window?
The Woman in the Window is mildly 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 Woman in the Window feels like
- Tone
- suspensefultenseatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Woman in the Window
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Woman in the Window for you?
Is The Woman in the Window scary?
Only a little. The Woman in the Window has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Woman in the Window gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Woman in the Window sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Woman in the Window 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 The Woman in the Window?
The Woman in the Window runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream The Woman in the Window?
The Woman in the Window is streaming on Netflix.
Does The Woman in the Window have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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