If There Be Thorns
Christopher and Cathy Dollanganger live together as man and wife with Cathy's two sons who are unaware of the incestuous nature of their parents' relationship. But when a mysterious woman moves in next door and befriends the younger boy, Bart, he begins a strange transformation and displays accusatory behavior towards Cathy and Christopher. When Christopher discovers their mysterious neighbor is, in fact, his mother Corrine Dollanganger, all of the family's long-hidden secrets are revealed in a tragic climax.
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Frequently asked questions about If There Be Thorns
Where can I watch If There Be Thorns in the United States?
If There Be Thorns is available to stream on Philo, Lifetime Movie Club, Kanopy, and Lifetime in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch If There Be Thorns for free?
If There Be Thorns streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Lifetime. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for If There Be Thorns?
If There Be Thorns scores 6.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in If There Be Thorns?
If There Be Thorns stars Heather Graham, Rachael Carpani, Jason Lewis, Mason Cook, and Jedidiah Goodacre. Nancy Savoca is the director.
How long is If There Be Thorns?
If There Be Thorns runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).
When did If There Be Thorns come out?
If There Be Thorns was released on April 5, 2015.
Which studio made If There Be Thorns?
If There Be Thorns was produced by Jane Startz Productions, EveryWhere Studios, and Fries Film Company in Canada and the United States.
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