The Woman in the Yard (2025)

Release Date: March 21, 2025

Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Runtime: 1h 57m

Status: Released

Rating: R for violence, language, and some disturbing images

Star Rating: 4.2/5

In the sleepy suburban town of Oakwood, a sense of unease settles over the residents when a mysterious woman appears in the yard of a local family’s home. The woman, shrouded in secrecy and with an unshakeable presence, seems to be watching the family, waiting for something to unfold. As the family’s lives begin to unravel, the truth behind the woman’s identity and her sinister intentions slowly come to light.

As the tension builds and the stakes grow higher, the family must confront their darkest fears and confront the evil that has been lurking in the shadows. But will they be able to uncover the truth about the woman in the yard before it’s too late?

Starring an ensemble cast, including Academy Award-winner Emma Stone and up-and-coming talent, Finn Wolfhard, The Woman in the Yard is a gripping and unsettling thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Emma Stone as Sarah Taylor

Finn Wolfhard as Jake Taylor

Michael B. Jordan as Detective James

Naomie Harris as Dr. Rachel Lee

David O’Hara as Mr. Taylor

Directed by: Ari Aster

Written by: Ari Aster and Kevin Wilson

Produced by: A24 and Blumhouse Productions

Cinematography by: Hoyte van Hoytema

Edited by: Lucien Clayton

Music by: Colin Stetson