The Prodigy (film)

The Prodigy
Theatrical release poster
Directed byNicholas McCarthy
Written byJeff Buhler
Produced byTripp Vinson
Starring
CinematographyBridger Nielson
Edited by
  • Tom Elkins
  • Brian Ufberg
Music byJoseph Bishara
Production
companies
Distributed byOrion Pictures[1][2]
Release date
  • February 8, 2019 (2019-02-08) (United States)
Running time
  • 92 minutes
  • 100 minutes (original cut)[1]
Countries
  • United States[1]
  • Hong Kong[1]
  • Canada
LanguageEnglish
Budget$6 million[2]
Box office$21.1 million[2][1]

The Prodigy is a 2019 horror film directed by Nicholas McCarthy, and written by Jeff Buhler. It stars Taylor Schilling, Jackson Robert Scott, and Colm Feore. The plot centers around a child whose disturbing behavior signals that an evil, possibly supernatural being has taken control of him, forcing his parents to investigate whether sinister forces are involved.[3][4][5][6]

The Prodigy was released in the United States on February 8, 2019, by Orion Pictures. The film grossed $21.1 million and received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances and atmosphere but criticised the story and dialogue.

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  2. ^ a b c "The Prodgy (2019)". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved October 25, 2019.
  3. ^ MovieFone (June 28, 2018). "The Prodigy". Movie Fone. Retrieved October 12, 2018.
  4. ^ "The Prodigy Trailer & Poster: Taylor Schilling's Son Has Issues". Screen Rant. October 22, 2018. Retrieved February 18, 2019.
  5. ^ Evans, Greg (October 22, 2018). "'The Prodigy' Teaser: Something Evil Is Inside Sweet Little Miles And Wants Out". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 18, 2019.
  6. ^ ""What's Wrong With Miles?" in the First Trailer for The Prodigy". pastemagazine.com. Retrieved October 23, 2018.