Cuckoo is a 2024 horror film written and directed by Tilman Singer. It stars Hunter Schafer, Dan Stevens, and Jessica Henwick.
Production: A co-production between Germany’s Fiction Park and the United States’ Waypoint Entertainment
| Title | Cuckoo |
| Language | Horror, Mystery |
| Director | Tilman Singer |
| Release Date | May 3, 2024 |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 42 minutes |
| Country | Germany, United States |
| Lamguage | German, English, French |
| Distributor | Neon, Paradiz, Weltkino Filmverleih |
Synopsis
This is the story of a 17-year-old girl named Gretchen who has to move to a beautiful resort in the German Alps with her family.
At first, everything seems perfect there, like a dream vacation spot. But then, Gretchen starts hearing strange noises and seeing scary things.
She realizes that the resort isn’t as peaceful as it seems. Gretchen discovers a big secret that puts her and her family in danger.
Cuckoo Age Rating
Cuckoo is a film not recommended for younger children due to its mature themes and content.
It is advised that the movie be viewed by mature kids and those aged 16 and up.
The film likely contains scenes that may be inappropriate for younger audiences.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to use discretion and consider the individual maturity level of their children before allowing them to watch “Cuckoo.”
Cuckoo Parents Guide
Violence/Gore: The film contains intense scenes of violence.
Frightening/Intense Scenes: This film features numerous frightening and intense scenes of terror; some viewers may find these scenes disturbing or frightening.
Overall: This film is a horror film with intense violence and graphic imagery that may not be suitable for younger audiences or those sensitive to horror and gore. Viewer discretion is advised.
Who is in the cast of Cuckoo?
- Hunter Schafer as Gretchen
- Dan Stevens as Mr. König
- Jessica Henwick as Beth
- Marton Csokas as Luis
- Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as Ed
- Greta Fernández as Trixie
- Kalin Morrow as The Hooded Woman
- Mila Lieu as Alma
- Sydney LaFaire as Gretchen’s Friend
- Proschat Madani as Dr. Bonomo
- Konrad Singer as Erik
- Jan Bluthardt as Henry
- Lesley Jennifer Higl as Henry’s Wife
When is the release of Cuckoo?
- World Premiere: February 16, 2024, at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival
- US Release: May 3, 2024 (Neon)
- German Release: July 18, 2024
Official trailer
