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The Thing with Feathers
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The Thing with Feathers

2025-10-17 · 99 min · ★ 6.5

Drama

Following the death of his wife, a young father's hold on reality crumbles, and a strange presence begins to stalk him from the shadowy recesses of the apartment he shares with his two young sons.

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Production details

Directors
Dylan Southern
Production companies
Film4 Productions, SunnyMarch, Lobo Films, Film i Väst, Align, LB Entertainment
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released
Budget
USD 6,000,000

Top Cast

Benedict CumberbatchBenedict CumberbatchDad
David ThewlisDavid ThewlisCrow (voice)
Sam SpruellSam SpruellPaul
Vinette RobinsonVinette RobinsonAmanda
Leo BillLeo BillDr. Bowden
Garry CooperGarry CooperKeith
Jessie CaveJessie CaveSchool Mum
Adam BasilThe Demon
Lizzie ClarkeLizzie ClarkeRose
Tim PlesterTim PlesterAndy
Dwane WalcottDwane WalcottMr Mark
Eric LampaertEric LampaertCrow
Kevin HowarthKevin HowarthThe Demon (voice)
Pierre BergmanNeighbour
Max PorterMale Guest
Lesley MolonyMargaret
Claire CartwrightClaire CartwrightMum
Nandi BhebheNandi BhebheMrs A
Mat WrightMat WrightDan Graves / Simon Colebrige
Rimca KarmakarFemale Guest

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