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The Glass House (2001)

The glass is about to be shattered...

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When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, seems to be the beginning of a new life for them.

Release Date
September 14, 2001
Runtime
1h 47m
Rating
6.0/10 (1092 votes)

Director: Daniel Sackheim

Cast: Leelee Sobieski, Diane Lane, Stellan Skarsgård, Trevor Morgan, Chris Noth, Bruce Dern, Kathy Baker, Michael O'Keefe

Collection: The Glass House Collection

Production: Original Film, Columbia Pictures
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Budget
$30M
Revenue
$24M
Full Cast (39 people)

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Gimly - 3/10

There was really no intrigue in _The Glass House_ which is missing a pretty fundamental step when you're making a mystery/thriller. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._

January 22, 2019

Wuchak - 6/10

***Sad drama with Leelee Sobieski and Stellan Skarsgård switches to thriller*** A suddenly orphaned teen girl (Leelee Sobieski) & her little brother start a new life in Malibu with their guardians (Stellan Skarsgård & Diane Lane), who might not be the caring friends of their parents they seem to be. Bruce Dern is on hand as a lawyer. “The Glass House” (2001) starts as a melancholic drama wit...

August 7, 2019

RalphRahal - 6/10

The Glass House is one of those movies that might not blow you away but keeps you intrigued with its unsettling vibe. The cold, modern house perfectly mirrors the eerie atmosphere, creating an unsettling backdrop for the story. The cinematography uses this to its advantage, making the environment feel as much a part of the tension as the characters themselves. Leelee Sobieski delivers a standout p...

January 11, 2025

The Glass House

The Glass House

The glass is about to be shattered...

The glass is about to be shattered...

6.0
107 min

When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, seems to be the beginning of a new life for them.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date9/14/2001
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Cast

Leelee Sobieski

as Ruby Baker

Diane Lane

as Erin Glass

Stellan Skarsgård

as Terence Glass

Trevor Morgan

as Rhett Baker

Chris Noth

as Uncle Jack

Bruce Dern

as Alvin Begleiter

Kathy Baker

as Nancy Ryan

Michael O'Keefe

as Dave Baker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Glass House about?

When Ruby and Rhett's parents are killed in a car accident, their carefree teenage lives are suddenly shattered. Moving to an incredible house in Malibu with the Glasses', old friends of the family, s…

How long is The Glass House?

1h 47m

When was The Glass House released?

September 14, 2001

Who directed The Glass House?

Daniel Sackheim

Who stars in The Glass House?

Leelee Sobieski, Diane Lane, Stellan Skarsgård

What genre is The Glass House?

Drama, Thriller

What is The Glass House rated?

PG-13

Is The Glass House available to stream?

Yes, on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads