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TMDB20181h 28mAction / Crime / Thriller

Breaking In

Payback is a mother.

Shaun Russell takes her son and daughter on a weekend getaway to her late father's secluded, high-tech vacation home in the countryside. The family soon gets an unwelcome surprise when four men break into the house to find hidden money. After managing to escape, Shaun must now figure out a way to turn the tables on the desperate thieves and save her captive children.

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United States listings · Refreshed 12 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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Breaking In at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Short watch · 1h 28m

At 1h 28m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes
Genres

Action · Crime · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, crime, and thriller.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 732 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Breaking In tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 28m, so it fits a late start.
  • It is included with HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Breaking In

Is Breaking In scary?
MyCinema has not rated Breaking In for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and thriller film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Breaking In in the US?
Breaking In streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Breaking In?
Breaking In runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
Is Breaking In suitable for kids?
Breaking In is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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