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Girl at the Window (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Girl at the Window is a 2022 horror thriller directed by Mark Hartley, starring Radha Mitchell as Barbara Poynton, Vince Colosimo and Andrew S. Gilbert. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $177,712 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 30/100.

worldwide gross
$177.7K
Echo Score
30
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Girl at the Window (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Mark Hartley
Genres
Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Girl at the Window About?

The premise of Girl at the Window without spoilers.

Danger lurks closer than anyone realizes. A grieving teen, still reeling from her father’s accidental death, becomes convinced that the mysterious killer terrorizing her town is not only her nosy neighbor but also her mother’s new romantic partner, forcing her to confront hidden threats in her own home.

Girl at the Window Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • killer
  • teenage girl as protagonist
  • female protagonist
  • teenage protagonist
  • slasher horror
  • girl
  • murder mystery
  • whodunit
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Cast & crew

Girl at the Window Cast & Characters

Radha Mitchell leads the cast as Barbara Poynton, with Vince Colosimo as Chris Mancini and Andrew S. Gilbert as Detective John Nordoff. Directed by Mark Hartley; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Mark Hartley

More films directed by Mark Hartley, best-rated first: Not Quite Hollywood: The Wild, Untold Story of Ozploitation!, Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films, Patrick: Evil Awakens and Machete Maidens Unleashed!.

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Ratings

Girl at the Window Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in character & emotion (25).

30 /100

Girl at the Window Echo Score Breakdown

Girl at the Window delivers a largely unsatisfying viewing experience, with shortcomings across most cinematic dimensions. The direction and production values feel cheap and uneven, while performances are widely regarded as shallow and unengaging. Narrative cohesion suffers from confusing twists and thin plotting, and the sensory elements, including music and sound design, add little to the atmosphere. Consequently, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in a low overall resonance with audiences and critics alike.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film appears under‑budgeted and unevenly executed. Critics note occasional effective jump scares but also describe the overall production as clunky and lacking creativity. Viewers repeatedly cite cheap cinematography, poor editing, and uninspired design. While a few acknowledge measured pacing in certain scenes, the dominant perception is that direction and visual craftsmanship fall short of genre standards.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are largely deemed flat and unintelligent. Multiple reviewers call the acting "bad" and the characters "dumb," with little development beyond a superficial mother‑daughter dynamic. A minority praise a believable relationship between the leads, yet this is outweighed by widespread criticism of shallow portrayals and lack of emotional depth, leaving the characters largely unmemorable.

  • Story & Flow 35

    The story and flow suffer from disjointed plotting and an unsatisfying twist that undermines suspense. Critics argue the script provides no rationale for the killer, and users describe the narrative as thin, confusing, and predictable. Some notes mention a solid mystery structure and decent pacing, but overall the plot is perceived as incoherent, limiting engagement and diminishing the film's narrative credibility.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    Sensory experience, including sound and visual style, is viewed as inconsistent. Reviewers highlight an atmosphere that occasionally works, yet many condemn the music as poor and the sound design as grating, with some describing shrill screams. Visuals are described as gratuitously gory without artistic merit. While isolated jump scares receive praise, the overall sensory execution fails to enhance immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Rewatch factor is low, with most audiences deeming the film a waste of time and lacking lasting appeal. Negative feedback on plot, acting, and production diminishes desire for repeat viewings. A small segment of viewers note an enjoyable mystery element, yet this does not offset the predominant consensus that the film offers little incentive for future engagement.

Box office

Girl at the Window Box Office

Girl at the Window grossed $177,712 worldwide.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$177.7K

International
$177.7K
Videos

Girl at the Window Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.

Trailer
  • Teaser UK Digital Spot

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FAQ

Girl at the Window FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Girl at the Window, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Girl at the Window?

Girl at the Window runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Girl at the Window released?

Girl at the Window was released on August 18, 2022.

Who directed Girl at the Window?

Girl at the Window was directed by Mark Hartley.

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Who is in the cast of Girl at the Window?

Girl at the Window stars Radha Mitchell as Barbara Poynton, Vince Colosimo as Chris Mancini and Andrew S. Gilbert as Detective John Nordoff, among 16 credited actors.

How much did Girl at the Window make at the box office?

Girl at the Window grossed $177,712 worldwide.

Does Girl at the Window have a post-credit scene?

No. Girl at the Window has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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