Don't Breathe 2016
"This house looked like an easy target, until they found what was inside."
Director Fede Álvarez delivers a razor-sharp horror-thriller with *Don't Breathe (2016)*, a high-stakes game of cat and mouse that twists the home-invasion trope into relentless tension.
Director: Fede Álvarez
Cast
Stephen Lang
The Blind Man
Jane Levy
Rocky
Dylan Minnette
Alex
Daniel Zovatto
Money
Emma Bercovici
Diddy
Franciska Törőcsik
Cindy
Christian Zagia
Raul
Katia Bokor
Ginger
Sergej Onopko
Trevor
Olivia Gillies
Blind Man's Daughter (Young Emma)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don't Breathe (2016) about?
A group of young burglars picks the wrong house when they target a blind veteran's home, only to face a nightmare far worse than a simple robbery. What begins as a calculated crime spirals into a desperate fight for survival, where the hunters become the hunted. The film blurs the lines between villain and victim with relentless suspense.
Who directed Don't Breathe?
Fede Álvarez, known for his work on *Evil Dead* (2013), helms this gripping thriller with a signature blend of tension and visceral shocks.
Who stars in Don't Breathe?
Stephen Lang takes center stage as the blind homeowner, supported by Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette, and Daniel Zovatto as the doomed thieves.
Is Don't Breathe (2016) worth watching?
With its taut pacing and unpredictable twists, *Don't Breathe* stands out as one of 2016's most effective horror-thrillers. Álvarez's direction ensures the film delivers scares without relying on cheap jump cuts, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre. The cast's performances and the film's moral complexity add layers that linger long after the credits roll.
How long is Don't Breathe?
Don't Breathe runs for 89 minutes of nonstop tension.
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About Don't Breathe (2016) — A blind man turns the tables on home-invading thieves
Director Fede Álvarez delivers a razor-sharp horror-thriller with *Don't Breathe (2016)*, a high-stakes game of cat and mouse that twists the home-invasion trope into relentless tension. A trio of opportunistic teens targets a seemingly vulnerable blind veteran, only to discover the house hides a predator far more dangerous than they imagined. The film thrives on claustrophobic dread, turning familiar spaces into traps where every creak and shadow becomes a threat. Álvarez's knack for blending visceral scares with sharp social commentary—examining vulnerability, perception, and the illusion of control—elevates the genre beyond jump scares. With a tight 89-minute runtime and a breakneck pace, it's a masterclass in suspense, keeping audiences guessing until the final, breathless confrontation.
Starring Stephen Lang as the relentless antagonist and Jane Levy as the resourceful survivor, the cast grounds the chaos in raw emotion, while Dylan Minnette and Daniel Zovatto add layers to the doomed crew of criminals. The movie's grimy, neon-lit atmosphere amplifies its moral ambiguity, forcing viewers to root for characters who started as thieves but may not deserve redemption. A morality tale wrapped in blood and sweat, *Don't Breathe* is a punchy, unpredictable ride for fans of psychological horror and genre-defying cinema.
