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The Eye (2008)

How can you believe your eyes when they're not yours?

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Violinist Sydney Wells was accidentally blinded by her sister Helen when she was five years old. She submits to a cornea transplantation, and while recovering from the operation, she realizes that she is seeing dead people.

Release Date
February 1, 2008
Runtime
1h 38m
Rating
5.9/10 (1145 votes)

Directors: Xavier Palud, David Moreau

Cast: Jessica Alba, Alessandro Nivola, Parker Posey, Chloë Grace Moretz, Rade Šerbedžija, Mia Stallard, Obba Babatundé, Danny Mora

Production: Paramount Vantage, VN Productions, Cruise/Wagner Productions, Vertigo Entertainment, Lionsgate
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Budget
$12M
Revenue
$58M
Full Cast (19 people)

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RalphRahal - 4/10

The Eye had the potential to be a gripping psychological horror, but it fell short in depth and originality. The plot follows a familiar formula without bringing much new to the table, making it predictable despite some intriguing moments. The directing is solid, with well-timed transitions and a smooth shift into the second act. Cinematography stands out in certain scenes, especially with the con...

February 8, 2025

The Eye

The Eye

How can you believe your eyes when they're not yours?

How can you believe your eyes when they're not yours?

5.9
98 min

Violinist Sydney Wells was accidentally blinded by her sister Helen when she was five years old. She submits to a cornea transplantation, and while recovering from the operation, she realizes that she is seeing dead people.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date2/1/2008
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Cast

Jessica Alba

as Sydney Wells

Alessandro Nivola

as Dr. Paul Faulkner

Parker Posey

as Helen Wells

Chloë Grace Moretz

as Alicia Millstone

Rade Šerbedžija

as Simon McCullough

Mia Stallard

as Little Girl

Obba Babatundé

as Dr. Haskins

Danny Mora

as Miguel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Eye about?

Violinist Sydney Wells was accidentally blinded by her sister Helen when she was five years old. She submits to a cornea transplantation, and while recovering from the operation, she realizes that she…

How long is The Eye?

1h 38m

When was The Eye released?

February 1, 2008

Who directed The Eye?

Xavier Palud, David Moreau

Who stars in The Eye?

Jessica Alba, Alessandro Nivola, Parker Posey

What genre is The Eye?

Drama, Horror, Thriller

What is The Eye rated?

PG-13

Is The Eye available to stream?

Yes, on Amazon Prime Video and Philo