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The Strange Thing About the Johnsons

“I love you, Dad, but this makes it hard.”

★ 6.8(385)201130m

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Good to know

Director: Ari Aster
Release date: 2011-01-22
Runtime: 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: AFI

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons — trailer

About The Strange Thing About the Johnsons

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons is a 2011 movie in the Drama and Horror genres, directed by Ari Aster, starring Billy Mayo, Brandon Greenhouse and Angela Bullock. It has a runtime of 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 385 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Strange Thing About the Johnsons in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A suburban father gets trapped in a one-sided incestuous relationship with his abusive son.

Cast

Billy Mayo

Sidney

Brandon Greenhouse

Isaiah

Angela Bullock

Joan

Carlon Jeffery

Young Isaiah

Connie Jackson

Grace

Danièle Watts

Marianne

John C. Johnson

Mr. McGill

Reatha Grey

Mrs. Freeman

Stanley Bennett Clay

Howard

Casey Desmond

Howie

Anna Jean

Girl After Party

Matt Baker

Truck Driver

Themes & keywords

poetfamily relationshipsrape of a maledomestic violencefamily dramaweddingfamilyincestpsychoticdark secretdisturbedshockinghostileabusegrim

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Strange Thing About the Johnsons in Canada?+

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Is The Strange Thing About the Johnsons on Netflix?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Strange Thing About the Johnsons?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons has a runtime of 30 minutes (30 minutes).

Who stars in The Strange Thing About the Johnsons?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons stars Billy Mayo, Brandon Greenhouse, Angela Bullock, Carlon Jeffery and Connie Jackson.

When did The Strange Thing About the Johnsons come out?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons is a 2011 movie directed by Ari Aster.

What genre is The Strange Thing About the Johnsons?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons is Drama and Horror film.

Who directed The Strange Thing About the Johnsons?+

The Strange Thing About the Johnsons was directed by Ari Aster.