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    Case 39

    • 20092009
    • RR
    • 1h 49min
    IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    81K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,124
    201
    • Cast & crew
    • User reviews
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    Case 39 (2009)
    A social worker (Zellweger) fights to save a girl from her abusive parents, only to discover that the situation is more dangerous than she ever expected.
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    HorrorMysteryThriller

    A social worker fights to save a girl from her abusive parents, only to discover that the situation is more dangerous than she ever expected.A social worker fights to save a girl from her abusive parents, only to discover that the situation is more dangerous than she ever expected.A social worker fights to save a girl from her abusive parents, only to discover that the situation is more dangerous than she ever expected.

    IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    81K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,124
    201
    • Director
      • Christian Alvart
    • Writer
      • Ray Wright
    • Stars
      • Renée Zellweger
      • Ian McShane
      • Jodelle Ferland
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Christian Alvart
    • Writer
      • Ray Wright
    • Stars
      • Renée Zellweger
      • Ian McShane
      • Jodelle Ferland
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 284User reviews
    • 169Critic reviews
    • 25Metascore
  • See production, box office & company info
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations

    Videos5

    Case 39
    Trailer 2:33
    Case 39
    Le cas 39
    Trailer 2:19
    Le cas 39
    Case 39: International Trailer
    Trailer 2:21
    Case 39: International Trailer
    "Mrs. Sullivan"
    Clip 0:38
    "Mrs. Sullivan"
    What Scares Bradley Cooper?
    Featurette 0:49
    What Scares Bradley Cooper?

    Photos89

    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger and Bradley Cooper in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Bradley Cooper in Case 39 (2009)
    Kerry O'Malley and Callum Keith Rennie in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger and Callum Keith Rennie in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger and Bradley Cooper in Case 39 (2009)
    Renée Zellweger and Ian McShane in Case 39 (2009)

    Top cast

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    Renée Zellweger
    Renée Zellweger
    • Emily Jenkinsas Emily Jenkins
    Ian McShane
    Ian McShane
    • Detective Barronas Detective Barron
    Jodelle Ferland
    Jodelle Ferland
    • Lilith Sullivanas Lilith Sullivan
    Bradley Cooper
    Bradley Cooper
    • Dougas Doug
    Callum Keith Rennie
    Callum Keith Rennie
    • Edward Sullivanas Edward Sullivan
    Adrian Lester
    Adrian Lester
    • Wayneas Wayne
    Kerry O'Malley
    Kerry O'Malley
    • Margaret Sullivanas Margaret Sullivan
    Cynthia Stevenson
    Cynthia Stevenson
    • Nancyas Nancy
    Alexander Conti
    Alexander Conti
    • Diegoas Diego
    Philip Cabrita
    • Javieras Javier
    Vanesa Tomasino
    Vanesa Tomasino
    • Javier's Wifeas Javier's Wife
    Mary Black
    Mary Black
    • Custody Judgeas Custody Judge
    Domenico D'Ambrosio
    • Plainclothes Copas Plainclothes Cop
    Benita Ha
    Benita Ha
    • Therapistas Therapist
    J. Winston Carroll
    • Judgeas Judge
    • (as John Carroll)
    Michael Bean
    Michael Bean
    • Co-Workeras Co-Worker
    Lesley Ewen
    Lesley Ewen
    • Co-Workeras Co-Worker
    David Patrick Green
    David Patrick Green
    • Chief Psychiatristas Chief Psychiatrist
    • Director
      • Christian Alvart
    • Writer
      • Ray Wright
    • All cast & crew
    See production, box office, & company info

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    Storyline

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    A social worker fights to save a girl from her abusive parents, only to discover that the situation is more dangerous than she ever expected.
    social workersupernatural horrorfemale feetcamera shot of feetchild welfare worker72 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Some cases should never be opened.
    • Genres
      • Horror
      • Mystery
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for violence and terror including disturbing images
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      This movie was completed in 2007, and was initially scheduled for an American release in August 2008, but was delayed twice before its final release date on October 1, 2010, three years after completing production.
    • Goofs
      During the rainstorm scene where Emily flees her home to escape Lilith, she runs toward a bus. Emily, who is supposed to be wearing shorts is clearly in a pair of long legged pants in one shot.
    • Quotes

      Douglas J. Ames: Everybody has fears... now, what scares you?

      Lillith Sullivan: Me.

      Douglas J. Ames: You scare yourself?

      Lillith Sullivan: Sometimes.

      Douglas J. Ames: Why? What about yourself scares you?

      Lillith Sullivan: I have bad thoughts.

      Douglas J. Ames: About what?

      Lillith Sullivan: People.

      Douglas J. Ames: People in general or... certain people?

      Lillith Sullivan: Certain people.

      Douglas J. Ames: Like who?

      Lillith Sullivan: You.

      Douglas J. Ames: You have bad thoughts about me? Why?

      Lillith Sullivan: I just do.

      Douglas J. Ames: Did I do something or say something that upset you?

      Lillith Sullivan: It's just... the way you are.

      Douglas J. Ames: How am I?

      Lillith Sullivan: Facile.

      Douglas J. Ames: Facile? Pfff... do you even know what that means?

      Lillith Sullivan: Easily comprehended, often lacking sincerity or depth. You're smug too... want me to tell you what that means?

      Douglas J. Ames: Uhm, If I... seem smug or facile, I want...

      Lillith Sullivan: Don't apologize.

      Douglas J. Ames: Why not?

      Lillith Sullivan: You're a grown-up... it's embarrassing.

    • Connections
      Featured in Phelous & the Movies: Phelous Is on Case 39 (2010)
    • Soundtracks
      Like Dat
      Written by Stat Quo (as Stanley Benton), Gerald Griffin & Lt. Mo (as Todd Moore)
      Performed by Stat Quo
      Courtesy of Interscope Records
      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews284

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    Not a Bad Case
    Pretty good film. Keep me entertained and watching the whole 110 mins or so. That girl is a winner. She knows how to look mean and evil. Reminds of THE OMEN kid way back in the '80-90's with Peck. Renee portrayed an overworked social worker well and how bad the system is and will be forever. Bradley, minor role, and Ian did a good job as the cop.
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    • gpxdlr
    • Jan 21, 2021

    FAQ11

    • What is "Case 39" about?
    • Is 'Case 39' based on a book?
    • Why did Lily keep falling asleep during class?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 1, 2010 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official sites
      • MySpace
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Справа 39
    • Filming locations
      • Portland, Oregon, USA
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Vantage
      • Misher Films
      • Anonymous Content
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $26,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $13,261,851
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $5,350,570
      • Oct 3, 2010
    • Gross worldwide
      • $28,190,603
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 49min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • SDDS
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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