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The Baby in the Basket

2025·Movie
1h 40min
39
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Scare7
  • Violence6

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Wonder5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, the mind, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Evil isn't raised, it's born.

In 1940s, the nuns of a remote Scottish island convent ready for an impending storm, but when a baby is left on their doorstep, Sister Agnes becomes convinced he is the Devil and wants to kill the child. After Agnes is locked away a grim series of events ensue as the storm rages, and as her Sisters begin to question faith and reality, Sister Eleanor must try to repent and survive the dark events at St Augustine’s.
Psychological HorrorReligious HorrorIsolated Setting1940sScottish IslandAtmosphericMystery & IntrigueDark & Disturbing

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Baby in the Basket legally?

The Baby in the Basket is included with a subscription to Philo and AMC+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Fawesome, and Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Baby in the Basket worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 3.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Baby in the Basket rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.

How long is The Baby in the Basket?

1 h 40 min

The Baby in the Basket runs 1 h 40 min.

What language is The Baby in the Basket in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Baby in the Basket?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Baby in the Basket in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.