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Orphan (2009) -- A husband and wife who recently lost their baby adopt a 9-year-old girl who is not nearly as innocent as she claims to be.
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Orphan (2009) -- Trailer for this horror film about an orphan girl with a dark and mysterious past
Orphan (2009) -- UK
Orphan (2009) -- A couple adopts a troubled orphan in this horror film

Overview

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Director:
Jaume Collet-Serra
Writers (WGA):
David Johnson (screenplay)
Alex Mace (story)
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Release Date:
24 July 2009 (USA) more
Tagline:
There's something wrong with Esther. more
Plot:
A husband and wife who recently lost their baby adopt a 9-year-old girl who is not nearly as innocent as she claims to be. | add synopsis

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Additional Details

Also Known As:
L'orpheline (Canada: French title)
The Orphan (USA) (working title)
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MPAA:
Rated R for disturbing violent content, some sexuality and language.
Runtime:
123 min
Country:
USA | Canada
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Certification:
USA:R

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Warner Bros. edited the film's trailer to remove Esther's line "It must be hard to love an adopted child as much as your own" after receiving numerous complaints from adoptive parents and foster care organizations. more
Quotes:
[from trailer]
Esther: I have a surprise for you, Mommy!
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FAQ

What is Esther's "secret"?
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Is "Orphan" based on a book?
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