MyCinema has not rated Case 39 for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Case 39 in the US?

Case 39 streams on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more, is free on YouTube Free, 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.

Case 39 runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Is Case 39 suitable for kids?

Case 39 is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20091h 49mHorror / Mystery / Thriller

Case 39

Name: Case 39
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2009-08-13
Duration: 109 min

Some cases should never be opened.

In her many years as a social worker, Emily Jenkins believes she has seen it all, until she meets 10-year-old Lilith and the girl's cruel parents. Emily's worst fears are confirmed when the parents try to harm the child, and so Emily assumes custody of Lilith while she looks for a foster family. However, Emily soon finds that dark forces surround the seemingly innocent girl, and the more she tries to protect Lilith, the more horrors she encounters.

TMDB audience score

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Case 39 at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 49m

At 1h 49m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Horror · Mystery · Thriller

TMDB files it under horror, mystery, and thriller.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more. Free or ad-supported on YouTube Free. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 2,451 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Case 39 tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 49m.
It is included with fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 2,451 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Case 39

Is Case 39 scary?: MyCinema has not rated Case 39 for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Case 39 in the US?: Case 39 streams on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more, is free on YouTube Free, 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 Case 39?: Case 39 runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
Is Case 39 suitable for kids?: Case 39 is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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