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The Caretaker

  • 2025
  • 1h 54m
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
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Ben Probert in The Caretaker (2025)
A character-driven horror-thriller set at Lockbridge Academy, an isolated school on the coast, run by the powerful aristocratic Aberdeen family, who are hiding a dark secret. Eddie, a mute burdened with caring for his cruel, ailing mother, and is on the cusp of losing their home, takes a caretaker position at the foreboding Lockbridge. There, he meets Marie, sparking and instant connection that will alter the trajectory of his life, while unravelling a sinister mystery lurking within the school that could shatter the Aberdeen family legacy forever.
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Eddie is mute, he takes a caretaker job at the coastal Lockbridge Academy to avoid homelessness. There, he forms a bond with cleaner Marie, while uncovering dark secrets that threaten the Ab... Read allEddie is mute, he takes a caretaker job at the coastal Lockbridge Academy to avoid homelessness. There, he forms a bond with cleaner Marie, while uncovering dark secrets that threaten the Aberdeen family's control of the school.Eddie is mute, he takes a caretaker job at the coastal Lockbridge Academy to avoid homelessness. There, he forms a bond with cleaner Marie, while uncovering dark secrets that threaten the Aberdeen family's control of the school.

  • Director
    • Luke Tedder
  • Writer
    • Luke Tedder
  • Stars
    • Ben Probert
    • Mackenzie Larsen
    • Scott Hume
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.1/10
    57
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Luke Tedder
    • Writer
      • Luke Tedder
    • Stars
      • Ben Probert
      • Mackenzie Larsen
      • Scott Hume
    • 15User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 21 wins & 2 nominations total

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    Ben Probert
    Ben Probert
    • Eddie Hartwood
    Mackenzie Larsen
    • Marie
    Scott Hume
    Scott Hume
    • Charles Aberdeen 3rd
    P G Pearson
    • Charles Aberdeen 2nd
    Lauren Shotton
    Lauren Shotton
    • Lisa Aberdeen
    Livvy Dawson
    Livvy Dawson
    • Holly Mansford
    Elizabeth May
    • Mother
    Dave Morris
    • Butler
    Chris McQuire
    Chris McQuire
    • George Wallace
    Heather Cairns
    Heather Cairns
    • Young Mother
    Hector Baldwin
    Hector Baldwin
    • Young Eddie
    Noah Carr-Kingsnorth
    • Samuel
    Alice Corrigan
    • Social Worker
    Emma Graveling
    • Nurse
    Helen Rogers
    • Lady Juniper
    Andrew Wheeler
    Andrew Wheeler
    • Lord Juniper
    Suha Ali
    • Photographer
    Adam Tedder
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    • Director
      • Luke Tedder
    • Writer
      • Luke Tedder
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    User reviews15

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    10lewisdowton

    A thrilling masterclass

    Sometimes a thriller doesn't need to grab you by the throat from the start; it simply invites you in, lets you sit in its world, and then delivers a knockout punch that leaves you breathless. This film does exactly that, proving that a slow start can build into something extraordinary when handled with care and precision which this production executed brilliantly.

    Each scene serves as a piece of the puzzle, carefully constructed to develop a connection between the audience and the characters. The writing is sharp and intuitive, allowing the cast to fully embody their roles. The cast deserves immense credit.

    The cinematography complements the story beautifully using subtle visual cues to build tension. Every detail, from the set design to the sound editing has been meticulously crafted to serve the story.

    A huge round of applause to the director and the entire crew for delivering a film that is not just thrilling but unforgettable!!
    10PaulTitmuss14

    Thrilling and superb

    What the Landa team have managed to achieve as an independent filmmaker with limited resources is extraordinary. The end result truly is a testament to all their talent, dedication and hard work.

    The development of the characters backstory, particularly in the case of Eddie, really engages and brings you on that journey with them. Exploring the trauma of the past and how that shaped the present.

    This coupled with an excellently constructed storyline and top quality cinematography really built up to a gripping yet tense thrill ride.

    Shoutout to everyone involved for the immense effort to bring this vision into a reality!
    10redsevern

    Technically Brilliant, Tense Thriller

    The Caretaker is a breath of fresh air for British filmmaking, combining a talented bunch of actors and a well thought out script.

    Fantastic performances all round with special mention of Scott Hume as the troubled Charles Aberdeen, Ben Probert as our 'mute hero', complemented by the remaining cast assemble, including a very stern butler played by Dave Morris.

    Special mention must go out to the sound, reproduced wonderfully in surround, heightening the suspense, as well as very impressive cinematography.

    Wonderfully shot, with more than enough jump scares (and the odd bit of laugh out loud comedy) to keep you on your toes.
    10tanandnoah

    Spectacular! Needs to be seen!

    We were lucky enough to see The Caretaker last night on the big screen. An absolutely brilliant film from start to finish. Tense and spooky one minute, emotional the next. So many twists and turns that keeps you gripped from the start, and rooting for the main protagonists. Amazingly talented cast of all ages (including the youngest) all of whom demonstrated great depth, range and emotion. Great cinematography, direction and script with fantastic locations and make up artistry. Everyone who loves a gripping film should see this atmospheric film, its so good and deserves a really wide audience. Well done to entire cast and crew.
    10NLouise88

    What a journey!

    Thoroughly enjoyed this film. Great cast, fascinating characters, gripping plot line. Had my attention from start to finish 👏 We went to the cinema to see it on the big screen. It's a slow burn up to a big finish, you won't be disappointed. It flips from normal life, to twisted reality and nightmares. Have to give a big shout out to the cast, you can tell they're a strong unit and there isn't a weak link.

    And without giving anything away, the ending is insane! It builds and builds to the big dramatic finally you're craving.

    Congrats to the crew too, beautifully shot and brilliantly edited. Bravo.

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      • January 25, 2025 (United Kingdom)
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