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Murder at the Lighthouse

2025·Movie
1h 26min
IMDb5.1

Where to watch

HooplaLifetimeLifetime Movie ClubTubi TV

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Murder at the Lighthouse fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Scare7
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Dark Humor2
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Fleeing her abusive ex, Jess hires a fishing boat captain to take her across Lake Superior to a new life in Canada. When an accident leaves her washed up on shore, she’s taken in by a reclusive lighthouse keeper. As Jess is nursed back to health, she realizes she’s wandered into another trap altogether.
Psychological ThrillerIsolation & ParanoiaGothic MysterySurvival Horror ElementsDark & SuspensefulTrapped & HelplessAtmospheric DreadLighthouse SettingSlow-Burn Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Eric D. Howell, Clara Davies
Written by:
Shawn Riopelle
Produced by:
Mandy June Turpin, Joseph Wilka, Clara Davies
Composed by:
Andrew Skrabutenas

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Murder at the Lighthouse legally?

HooplaLifetimeLifetime Movie ClubTubi TV

Murder at the Lighthouse is included with a subscription to Lifetime and Lifetime Movie Club in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Murder at the Lighthouse worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Murder at the Lighthouse rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Murder at the Lighthouse?

1 h 26 min

Murder at the Lighthouse runs 1 h 26 min.

What language is Murder at the Lighthouse in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Murder at the Lighthouse?

4AUBEFRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Murder at the Lighthouse in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.