Product Details

• Actors: Daniel Craig, Naomi Watts, Rachel Weisz, Marton Csokas, Elias Koteas
• Directors: Jim Sheridan
• Writers: David Loucka
• Producers: James G. Robinson, David Robinson, Daniel Bobker, Ehren Kruger
• Format: AC-3, Blu-ray, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo), English (Dolby Digital 5.1), English (DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 5.1), French (DTS 5.1), Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish (DTS 5.1)
• Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
• Dubbed: Spanish
• Region: All Regions
• Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
• Number of discs: 2
• Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Studio: Universal Studios
• DVD Release Date: January 31, 2012
• Digital Copy Expiration Date: April 30, 2015 (Click here for more information)
• Run Time: 184 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0068RHSZO
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,832 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Will Atenton (Daniel Craig) quit a high-profile job in Manhattan to relocate his wife, Libby (Oscarr-winner Rachel Weisz), and their two daughters to a quaint New England town. But as they settle into their new life, they discover their perfect home was once the murder scene of a mother and her children. When Will investigates, he's not sure if he's seeing ghosts or if the tragic events are somehow related to his past. The only clues come from his mysterious neighbor, Ann (Oscarr-nominee Naomi Watts), who helps him piece together this haunting puzzle. Full of twists and suspense, this psychological thriller will have you on the edge of your seat.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

44 of 48 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and Touching January 29, 2012

By Alcatraz

Format:Blu-ray

The Number one tip I can you watching this movie is not to have any expectations. It's not a horror or a thriller. It's a drama. Watch it. It is one of the best movies I have seen in awhile. MY whole family loved it. How's a man to survive when the lives of his family are at risk? This movie delves into how we can become slaves to our grief and loss. I would love to give more details but the less you know about the better. Give it a chance and make your own conclusion about this movie. You won't regret watching a beautiful movie as this one.

48 of 53 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Subtle thriller, not a horror flick January 11, 2012

By Cat Gardener

Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase

I've seen "Dream House" a couple of times, and thought it was a very good movie, despite all the bad reviews I've read. I agree with only one review so far, from geeksofdoom.com: "a distorting and turning journey of mind-bending proportions, taking elements of...horror fiction and re-energizing them as 21st century psychological thriller...admirable performances [Craig and Weisz]...." "Yes, the plot is disorienting at times - but this is completely by design. While the audience is looking in a hundred distinct places to get a feel for where the movie is going, there are numerous elements hidden in plain sight that don't bubble to the surface until they're needed. The craftsmanship is the highlight and strongest facet of `Dream House', and make for a thrilling first viewing experience." I think there are many subtle hints that a great many viewers probably won't understand until they've seen the movie a second or third time. "...while it is not perfect, it sure is a hell of a lot of fun being along for the ride." The reviewer purposely did not see the trailers because of reports they gave away important plot elements. I did see the trailers, and I'm insulted that they gave away so much. No wonder the actors and director refused to participate in promoting the film. The studio, Morgan Creek films, must think we viewers are really stupid, that we won't pay to see a film unless we're told all the good stuff in the trailers. Also, it makes me wonder what plot elements they removed in their quest to satisfy the US rating people to bring it from R to PG.

53 of 61 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Do NOT watch the trailer... January 21, 2012

By M. Nai

Format:DVD

I hope you haven't read Amazon's editorial review either since they are both spolier-heavy. I unfortunately have seen the trailer. After watching it thought that the movie might be rather interesting but then realized while watching the movie with a friend who had also seen the trailer that the trailer gave away some very important facts about the movie which takes away much of the suspense. If you are one of the lucky few who hasn't seen the trailer and if you haven't read Amazon's review but are interested in the movie for whatever reason but want to know something about it before watching it then let me tell you that this would fall in the suspense/thriller genre...If you haven't seen the trailer and want to know a bit more about the movie without wanting to reveal a bit too much I'll just say that the trailer gives away who Peter Ward(a suspected murderer and potential danger to the protagonist, Daniel Craig, and to his family)is and how to find him. One thing that might put off some people is that they may find a basic fact about the movie hard to believe. While rating this movie I wasn't quite sure how to rate it. It does for sure deserve more than one star because of the cast and the acting and I still found some things about the movie interesting. I just wish I hadn't seen the trailer which kind of it killed the movie for me...

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Mislead February 13, 2012

By RG69 VINE™ VOICE

Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase

The problem with this movie is the advertising which make it seem like a horror which it is surely not. It is a psychological thriller/drama. The other big problem is that one of the major twists/reveals was spoiled in one of the previews I saw before another movie. The second twist is not very good. I like Daniel Craig and he does okay with the role, though I did hear him slip in his native accent on more than one occasion. The movie itself just isn't great. It reminds me of a television movie. This is a rental at best.

16 of 20 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars A very uninspired horror movie that is filled with great acting. The acting does makes the movie watchable though. I say B- December 9, 2011

By Tony Heck

Format:DVD

"You've been living here and you don't know about the murders?" Will (Craig) and his family have found the perfect house in the perfect neighborhood to move into. When a local teenager is caught in their house she tells him about a murder that happened in the house 5 years ago. Will starts to investigate what happened and his neighbor Ann (Watts) helps. Will finds out a horrifying secret that may change the life of him and his family forever. This is a very strange movie in a couple ways. First, the acting and idea are great. All the main actors do a great job. The main problem with this movie to me is that nothing seems to happen. The acting keeps you watching and interested enough, but eventually you grow board with the lack of anything. For a horror movie this is very slow and drawn out. This is not a bad movie, and the last maybe 15 minutes is exciting, but as a horror movie it is very weak. Overall, a very slow and drawn out movie with great acting. I have seen worse though. I give it a B- (because of the acting)

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars This Movie Is A Tightly Wound Story--Not A Horror Picture. February 3, 2012

By Sheryl Fechter

Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase

I really spent some time looking over the reviews of this one, every single one, to even see if it was one for me to view. I am so glad that I did as they are all valid for their reasons given. First off I'll pass off the best piece of information I acquired. DO NOT WATCH THE TRAILER!!! It appears evident to me that this is marketed as a horror picture with a PG-13 rating, Ok? I just don't see it this way nor is it!

This movie appears to me as more a relationship story, suspenseful and thrilling. There are only a few added in horror classic 'tid-bits', nothing offputting for someone like myself who doesn't care for those. It does carry along an undercurrent of the supernatural and you do start to question what is real and what is not.

I thoroughly enjoyed this film and owe a lot to the reviewers for their time in writing. If I wouldn't have read up on this film from their points of view (all of their points), I would have never watched this. It is marketed wrongly--big mistake, it may go totally unnoticed while it is a valid piece of entertainment.

We start off with novel writer Will (Daniel Craig) leaving work and going home to his lovely family. Will's beautiful wife Libby (Rachel Weisz) greats him warmly along with his two adorable daughters. The house itself is being repaired always by Libby and is something for you to be watching at all times.

During one night Will discovers teenagers who have broken into his basement and chases them off his property. Things are getting more and more confusing and dangerous for his well loved family. It is around this time that he meets his neighbor across the street, Ann (Naomi Watts).

He seems to feel as if he might know her more than what's apparently seen.... There is also an interesting little cameo with Jane Alexander, that comes into view at the genesis of this.

I wouldn't want to write anymore than the character set-up, as I wouldn't want to spoil this for anyone. If you already haven't had this movie ruined for you with spoilers and watching the 'trailer'.

One must really view this for themselves. I immediately watched it again and found that I had missed so many tip offs right in front of me! Wow, that was interesting, to say the least. I will watch a third time because I am intrigued to see all of what I missed.

"Dream House" does boast a very good cast. Craig and Weisz have a great chemistry, along with some great acting and add Watts to that. I viewed this on a rental here, I will be getting the disc myself. There is just as much warmth to this as there is suspense. These actors keep you present in the movie at all times. By the way, I loved the ending. Read more ›