Cobweb

Cobweb is a 2023 American horror film directed by Samuel Bodin in his feature directorial debut.

Cobweb is a 2023 American horror film directed by Samuel Bodin in his feature directorial debut. The film stars Woody Norman, Lizzy Caplan, Antony Starr, and Cleopatra Coleman. It follows Peter, a young boy who hears scratching noises in his bedroom wall and discovers disturbing family secrets involving his parents and an older sister named Sarah. The story explores abuse, fear, and violence within a family home.

Plot

Peter becomes increasingly disturbed by noises coming from inside his bedroom wall. He later learns his parents have been hiding his sister Sarah, and the situation escalates into violence and betrayal. The story follows Peter, a child who hears tapping and scratching from inside his bedroom wall. Peter’s parents hide a secret about his older sister Sarah, who has been kept in confinement.

Ending

The ending reveals that Sarah has become a monster-like threat after years of abuse and confinement. Peter and Miss Devine manage to trap her again, but the final scene leaves open the possibility that Peter remains haunted by her. The ending reveals Sarah as a monstrous figure shaped by abuse and neglect. Miss Devine, Peter’s teacher, helps stop Sarah near the end of the film. The film ends with Peter still frightened by Sarah’s presence, suggesting ongoing psychological trauma.

Cast

The film stars Woody Norman as Peter, Lizzy Caplan and Antony Starr as his parents Carol and Mark, and Cleopatra Coleman as Miss Devine. The cast is a major part of the film’s appeal and received attention in coverage of the movie.

Release and availability

Cobweb was released in 2023 as an American horror film. Coverage cited in the search results says it is streaming on Hulu, and some regional availability may vary. Canadian viewers may encounter Cobweb on streaming services with region-specific availability, and it is relevant to Canadian horror audiences as a recent English-language studio horror release.