Weekend Watch: Orphan [2009 Horror/Mystery]

Even though it’s not October yet, it might as well be! Spooky season is right around the corner, so why not get started early with a psychological horror that will have you sleeping with the lights on? Orphan (2009) delivers just the right amount of chills and jaw-dropping twists to kick off the Halloween vibes.

Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, Orphan follows Kate and John, a couple grieving the loss of their child, who decide to adopt a 9-year-old girl named Esther. But as soon as Esther joins the family, things start getting... weird. Isabelle Fuhrman is terrifyingly brilliant as Esther, playing her with unsettling charm that quickly turns menacing. Without giving too much away, let’s just say the movie is packed with tension, and the twist is one of those unforgettable, “wait, what?!” moments that makes Orphan stand out in the genre.

Vera Farmiga and Peter Sarsgaard add layers of emotion and intensity to the film, grounding the horror in real family dynamics. It’s not just about scares—it’s about trust, deception, and what happens when the past comes back to haunt you in the most unexpected ways.

Fun fact: Orphan was named one of Maggie Lindemann's top 10 horror movies during her interview with CULTR, so you know it’s got serious spooky cred.

So if you're itching to get into the Halloween spirit, Orphan is a solid choice to kick things off. After all, it’s never too early to get spooky!

But seriously—are you ready for spooky season, or are you holding out until October? 🎃