Vacancy (2007)
A stranded couple discovers hidden cameras in their motel room and races to escape becoming the next victims.
A young married couple becomes stranded at an isolated motel and find hidden video cameras in their room. They realize that unless they escape, they'll be the next victims of a snuff film.
How intense is Vacancy?
Vacancy is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Vacancy feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittysuspensefulchilling
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Vacancy
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Vacancy for you?
Is Vacancy scary?
Yes, properly. Vacancy is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is Vacancy gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Vacancy sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Vacancy 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 Vacancy?
Vacancy runs 1h 25m.
Where can I stream Vacancy?
Vacancy is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Vacancy have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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