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Oddity (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Oddity is a 2024 horror thriller directed by Damian Mc Carthy, starring Carolyn Bracken as Dani Timmins, Darcy Odello, Gwilym Lee and Tadhg Murphy. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $1.9 million worldwide. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Director at the IFTA Awards 2025. Critics gave it 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
worldwide gross
$1.9M
award nominations
3
Echo Score
73
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Oddity (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Damian Mc Carthy
Genres
Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Oddity About?

The premise of Oddity without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Consumed by grief and anger after the death of her twin sister Dani, Darcy, a blind occultist, seeks vengeance. Driven by her loss, she unleashes a wrathful fury upon those responsible, wielding ancient, haunted artifacts inherited through her family’s cursed lineage. Her quest for retribution is a chilling and dark journey.

Oddity Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • tent
  • ghost
  • irish horror
  • murder of sister
  • flashback
  • mental hospital
  • murder of wife
  • horror paranormal
  • old dark house
  • mental patient
  • mannequin
  • bellhop
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  • glass eye
  • sister sister relationship
  • wooden mannequin
  • flashlight
  • psychic
  • blindness
  • one year later
  • doctor
  • home renovation
  • curio shop
  • blind woman
  • front desk bell
  • creepy doll
  • same actress plays twin role
  • actress plays dual role of twin sisters
  • ireland
  • european horror
  • tied to a bed
  • murder of sister in law
  • one eyed man
  • fall from height
  • beaten to death with a hammer
  • strapped to a bed
  • unfaithful husband
  • thunder
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • supernatural horror
  • strapped to a hospital bed
  • lost keys
  • cell phone
  • courtyard
  • desk bell
  • paranormal phenomenon
  • ambiguous ending
  • prayer
  • orderly
  • overhearing a conversation
  • mysterious man
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Cast & crew

Oddity Cast & Characters

Carolyn Bracken leads the cast as Dani Timmins, Darcy Odello, with Gwilym Lee as Ted Timmis and Tadhg Murphy as Olin Boole. Directed by Damian Mc Carthy; 20 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Damian Mc Carthy

More films directed by Damian Mc Carthy, best-rated first: Hokum, Caveat, Hands and How Olin Lost His Eye.

Full filmography
Ratings

Oddity Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Oddity 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 73/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

73 /100

Oddity Echo Score Breakdown

The film Oddity offers a distinctive blend of atmospheric design and engaging tension, though its pacing divides opinion. Critics consistently praise the precise direction and compelling visual style, while some viewers note uneven rhythm and stretches of exposition. Its supernatural mystery maintains interest through effective jump scares and a satisfying resolution for many. Despite occasional sluggish moments, the collective response highlights a largely successful horror experience with enough creativity and cohesion to stand out in its genre.

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

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, Oddity demonstrates strong visual design and meticulous direction. Reviewers highlight imaginative production elements and an evocative, gothic-inflected setting. The editing maintains suspense, supported by fluid camera work that amplifies suspense. Overall, the film’s production design and technical precision form one of its most consistent strengths.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    When it comes to character and emotion, Oddity presents generally effective performances but offers limited depth in roles. Critics appreciate the chemistry between leads and nuanced delivery in tense sequences. Some viewers criticize uneven acting and underdeveloped figures in the latter half. Overall, the emotional resonance remains solid despite occasional lapses in character development.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, Oddity delivers a generally engaging supernatural narrative punctuated by effective twists. Critics commend the coherent plot and satisfying resolution, while some note predictability and uneven pacing in midsections. The measured build-up creates tension, though extended exposition can stall momentum. Overall, the narrative remains captivating despite occasional dips in pacing and originality.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    In terms of sensory experience, Oddity crafts a compelling audio-visual atmosphere. The musical score and sound design heighten tension in key moments, complemented by a restrained yet effective visual palette. Reviewers highlight immersive editing and soundscape synergy that enhance dread. Overall, the film’s sensory cohesion significantly contributes to its unsettling impact.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    When considering rewatch factor, Oddity offers some replay value through its layered mythology and subtle visual cues. The unpredictable elements encourage additional viewings, but inconsistent pacing may lessen pull for some viewers. Critics suggest the fresh genre blend sustains interest, though repetitive sequences limit replay appeal. Overall, the film retains moderate lasting engagement.

Plot

Oddity Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Oddity from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Alone one fateful night, Dani Odello-Timmis, the devoted wife of psychiatrist Ted Timmis, meets a gruesome end while attempting to renovate their newly acquired country house. The tension escalates when Olin Boole, a troubled former patient of Ted, makes an unexpected visit to warn Dani of an ominous presence that appears to have infiltrated their home. Claims of Olin being the murderer arise when he is later found dead in his room at a halfway house, a grim discovery made by Declan Barrett.

Full summary

The whole story of Oddity, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Oddity Box Office

Oddity grossed $1.9 million worldwide. $1.2 million came from the US and Canada and $650,042 (35%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.9M

US & Canada
$1.2M
International
$650K
US & Canada 65% Rest of the world 35%
Awards

Oddity Awards & Nominations

Oddity earned 3 award nominations, including Best Director at the IFTA Awards 2025.

3 nominations1 ceremony

Videos

Oddity Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer Theatrical Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Oddity?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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Who is found murdered in the couple's country house during the renovation?

Cars

Cars in Oddity

4 cars on screen, including the Mercedes-Benz W123 and the 2000 Nissan Almera.

  • Mercedes-Benz W123 in Oddity Mercedes-Benz W123 Minor role
  • 2000 Nissan Almera in Oddity 2000 Nissan Almera Minor role
  • 2010 Toyota Prius III in Oddity 2010 Toyota Prius III Minor role
  • 2016 Volkswagen Transporter T6 Typ 7H in Oddity 2016 Volkswagen Transporter T6 Typ 7H Minor role
Details

Oddity Also Known As

20 alternative titles, including “عجیب غریب” and “Странность”.

Also known as
  • عجیب غریب
  • Странность
  • Médium
  • 오디티
  • 咒物寻凶
  • หุ่นเชื่อมจิต
  • Duše prokletých
  • Астрал. Медиум
  • 咒物尋兇
  • Oddity - Objetos Obscuros
  • Quỷ Án
  • אודיטי
+8 more
  • غرائب
  • Dom osobliwości
  • Дивакуватість
  • Valami különös, უცნაურობა
  • Astralinis pasaulis
  • Чудни објекти
  • Duše prekliatych
  • Oddity - Sokea kauhu

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FAQ

Oddity FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Oddity, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Oddity?

Oddity runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Oddity released?

Oddity was released on July 19, 2024.

Who directed Oddity?

Oddity was directed by Damian Mc Carthy.

More films by Damian Mc Carthy

Who is in the cast of Oddity?

Oddity stars Carolyn Bracken as Dani Timmins, Darcy Odello, Gwilym Lee as Ted Timmis and Tadhg Murphy as Olin Boole, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Oddity make at the box office?

Oddity grossed $1.9 million worldwide ($1.2 million domestic, $650,042 international).

How is Oddity rated?

Oddity has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 78 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.

Was Oddity nominated for any awards?

Oddity received 3 nominations across 1 ceremony.

Does Oddity have a post-credit scene?

No. Oddity has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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