Oddity (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
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.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Damian Mc Carthy
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Keeper Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
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
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.
- Director Damian Mc Carthy
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Carolyn Bracken as Dani Timmins, Darcy Odello - Gwilym Lee as Ted Timmis
- Tadhg Murphy as Olin Boole
- Johnny French as Declan
Also Starring in Oddity
· 16 more- Caroline Menton Yana
- Steve Wall Ivan
- Joe Rooney Bernie
- Shane Whisker Bellhop
- Peter McCarthy Patient
- Patrick Mullins Patient
- Jim O'Donnell Patient
- Ivan de Wergifosse Wooden Man
- Austin Lawlor Patient
- Eileen McCarthy Cleaner
- Fiach McHugh Patient
- Chris Mudrack Orderly
- Pete McCarthy
- Josuha Campbell
- Máire Carr
- Robert Collender
More from Damian Mc Carthy
More films directed by Damian Mc Carthy, best-rated first: Hokum, Caveat, Hands and How Olin Lost His Eye.
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).
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.
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IMDb 6.7 /10
59668 votes
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Metacritic 78 Metascore
User score 6.8
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TMDB 67% User score
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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
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.
Worldwide gross
$1.9M
- US & Canada
- $1.2M
- International
- $650K
Oddity Awards & Nominations
Oddity earned 3 award nominations, including Best Director at the IFTA Awards 2025.
3 nominations1 ceremony
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IFTA Awards 2025 3 nominations- Nominated Best Director
- Nominated Best Lead Actress – Carolyn Bracken
- Nominated Best Supporting Actor – Steve Wall
Oddity Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Theatrical Trailer
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
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
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- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
Who is found murdered in the couple's country house during the renovation?
Cars in Oddity
4 cars on screen, including the Mercedes-Benz W123 and the 2000 Nissan Almera.
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Mercedes-Benz W123 Minor role -
2000 Nissan Almera Minor role -
2010 Toyota Prius III Minor role -
2016 Volkswagen Transporter T6 Typ 7H Minor role
Oddity Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “عجیب غریب” and “Странность”.
- Also known as
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- عجیب غریب
- Странность
- Médium
- 오디티
- 咒物寻凶
- หุ่นเชื่อมจิต
- Duše prokletých
- Астрал. Медиум
- 咒物尋兇
- Oddity - Objetos Obscuros
- Quỷ Án
- אודיטי
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- غرائب
- Dom osobliwości
- Дивакуватість
- Valami különös, უცნაურობა
- Astralinis pasaulis
- Чудни објекти
- Duše prekliatych
- Oddity - Sokea kauhu
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Movies Like Oddity
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including An Unquiet Grave, Oddo and Incident In a Ghostland.
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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