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The Shack

2017·Movie·PG-13·132 min·7.5(2,257)

You're never as alone as you think.

A grieving man receives a mysterious, personal invitation to meet with God at a place called 'The Shack'.

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Where to watch The Shack in United States

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Where is The Shack streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesNetflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomLionsgate+ Amazon Channels, YouTube FreeApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, PlexApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaStanApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
GermanyFilmlegenden Amazon Channel, CineMix+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilGloboplay, Telecine Amazon Channel, Filmelier Plus Amazon Channel, Lionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About The Shack

The Shack is a 2017 English-language drama and family film directed by Stuart Hazeldine. The cast is led by Sam Worthington, Octavia Spencer, Tim McGraw. It has a runtime of 2h 12m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 2300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads.

The Shack was produced by Summit Entertainment, Netter Productions, and TIK Films and made in Canada and Hong Kong. It was released on March 2, 2017, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $20 million, it went on to gross $97 million worldwide.

Director
Stuart Hazeldine
Writers
John Fusco, Andrew Lanham, Destin Daniel Cretton
Release date
March 2, 2017
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
Canada, Hong Kong
Budget
$20 million
Box office
$97 million
Production
Summit Entertainment, Netter Productions, TIK Films
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The Shack cast & crew

The Shack was directed by Stuart Hazeldine and written by John Fusco, Andrew Lanham, and Destin Daniel Cretton.

The cast features Sam Worthington as Mack Phillips, Octavia Spencer as Papa / Elouisa, Tim McGraw as Willie, Aviv Alush as Jesus, Sumire as Sarayu, and Radha Mitchell as Nan Phillips.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Aaron Zigman, cinematography is by Declan Quinn, and it was produced by Mike Drake and Long Qiuyun.

Is The Shack worth watching?

The Shack holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 2,257 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 2h 12m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama and family, The Shack is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Shack

In United States, you can stream The Shack on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, and Wonder Project Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The Shack

Sam Worthington

Sam Worthington

Mack Phillips

Octavia Spencer

Octavia Spencer

Papa / Elouisa

Tim McGraw

Tim McGraw

Willie

Aviv Alush

Aviv Alush

Jesus

Sumire

Sumire

Sarayu

Radha Mitchell

Radha Mitchell

Nan Phillips

Graham Greene

Graham Greene

Male Papa

Gage Munroe

Gage Munroe

Josh Phillips

Megan Charpentier

Megan Charpentier

Kate Phillips

Lane Edwards

Lane Edwards

Officer Dalton

Alice Braga

Alice Braga

Sophia

Ryan Robbins

Ryan Robbins

Emil Ducette

The Shack — FAQs

Where can I watch The Shack in United States?

The Shack is streaming on Netflix, YouTube TV, Netflix Standard with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel in United States.

Is The Shack on Netflix?

Yes — The Shack is currently available on Netflix in United States.

What language is The Shack in?

The Shack is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Shack?

The Shack runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).

What is The Shack rated?

The Shack is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 2,257 ratings.

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