1408

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1408

PG-13

2007

1h 44m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

Fantasy

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Mike Enslin (John Cusack) is a successful author who enjoys worldwide acclaim debunking supernatural phenomena -- before he checks into the Dolphin Hotel, that is. Ignoring the warnings of the hotel manager (Samuel L. Jackson), he learns the meaning of real terror when he spends the night in a reputedly haunted room.

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Critics Consensus

Relying on psychological tension rather than overt violence and gore, 1408 is a genuinely creepy thriller with a strong lead performance by John Cusack.

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Michael Atkinson

Sight & Sound

Another actor may have made 1408 seem as thin and fake as an episode of Tales from the Crypt, but Cusack lends it that badly needed extra milligram of conviction.

Jul 7, 2010

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Sandra Hall

Sydney Morning Herald

Cusack always manages to underscore panic with irony.

Rated: 3/5

Feb 1, 2008

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Derek Malcolm

London Evening Standard

You leave the film once again feeling that Stephen King is either not quite as good as his reputation or that most film-makers can't replicate the subtleties of his style.

Rated: 2/5

Aug 31, 2007

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Sebastian Zavala Kahn

Me gusta el cine

A tense, visually complex, and well-acted experience that, while not a true horror film, should satisfy those looking to bite their nails for almost two hours. [Full review in Spanish].

Rated: 4/5

May 10, 2025

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Ezequiel Obregón

EscribiendoCine

... A tour de force of apparitions and hard-to-explain events from a realistic perspective. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 6/10

May 18, 2023

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James Croot

The Post NZ

Directed in a style that suggests The Evil Dead's Sam Raimi-meets-Alfred Hitchcock, Hafstrom delivered one of the scariest movies of the noughties and a film to make you appreciate music of The Carpenters in a whole new light.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 11, 2022

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Alexander S

While 1408 deserves praise for its inventive premise, courtesy of Stephen King, the film's tone is somewhat inconsistent, veering wildly from absurdity to genuine creepiness. Nevertheless, the movie sheds light on the troubled past of John Cusack's protagonist, and while expertly portraying his downward spiral into madness. Grading: B-

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

10/20/25

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Derek M

It's one of the only horror movies that he scared me in many many years it is fantastically acted and directed!!!! Extremely psychological Thriller!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/13/25

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m s

If you believe in ghosts, give it a whirl. If not, don't bother.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

10/12/25

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Julissa M.

one of the best non-gore horror movies ive seen. gave me a few jumps, but super fun to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/09/25

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ThisIsYourBrain O

Perfect timed jump scares. Good mind games with the audience. The performance by John Cusack really drove it home for me with this movie. Sort of reminds me of Alan Wake

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/25

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AMMAR A

"I love the movie 1408. The story is intense and the actor did an amazing job bringing it to life." "1408 is one of my favorite horror thrillers. The atmosphere is haunting, the story keeps you on edge, and John Cusack delivers an outstanding performance that makes the whole experience unforgettable." "1408 is a brilliant horror movie — and the acting is absolutely top-notch."

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/17/25

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Mikael Håfström

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John Cusack

Mike Enslin

Samuel L. Jackson

Mr. Olin

Mary McCormack

Lilly

Jasmine Anthony

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Tony Shalhoub

Sam Farrell

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Synopsis

Mike Enslin (John Cusack) is a successful author who enjoys worldwide acclaim debunking supernatural phenomena -- before he checks into the Dolphin Hotel, that is. Ignoring the warnings of the hotel manager (Samuel L. Jackson), he learns the meaning of real terror when he spends the night in a reputedly haunted room.

Director: Mikael Håfström
Producer: Lorenzo di Bonaventura
Screenwriter: Matt Greenberg, Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski
Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Production Co: Dimension Films, Lionsgate Television, Di Bonaventura Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Frightening Images|Disturbing Violence and Terror|Language|Thematic Material)
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 22, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $72.0M
Runtime: 1h 44m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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