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The End of Oak Street follows a suburban family navigating an unknown, dangerous environment after their neighborhood is transported by a mysterious cosmic event.
The End of Oak Street is a 2026 science fiction thriller released by Warner Bros. Pictures. The film holds a 7.0 TMDB score, a 6.5 IMDb rating, an 86% Rotten Tomatoes score, and a 69/100 Metacritic score.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 14, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 7.0/10 (2388 votes)
- IMDb: 6.5/10 (39,062 votes)
- Rotten Tomatoes: 86%
- Metacritic: 69/100
- Runtime: 1 h 40 min (100 minutes)
- Budget and revenue (TMDB): $80,000,000 budget, $120,363,694 revenue (1.5x)
- Rank among 2026 releases: about #57 of 93
The End of Oak Street Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How The End of Oak Street Stacks Up
- Among the 93 English-language movies released in 2026 with at least 500 TMDB votes, The End of Oak Street ranks about #57 by audience score, roughly the top 61 percent.
- Within science fiction alone, it ranks about #14 of 20 in the same group.
With an audience score ranking it in the top 61 percent of 2026 releases, the film maintains a mid-tier position among comparable science fiction titles. While it underperforms within its specific genre rankings, its critical reception remains relatively stable compared to recent audience trends. The project reflects a consistent output level for the creative team involved.
Critics vs Audiences
- IMDb 6.5/10 equals 65 on a 100-point scale, while Metacritic is 69/100, a gap of 4 points in favor of critics.
- Rotten Tomatoes shows 86% positive critic reviews, compared with an IMDb audience rating of 6.5/10.
- TMDB audiences give it 7.0/10 across 2388 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 6 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 6.5/10 on average (3 positive, 3 mixed, 0 negative among 6 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers enjoyed the fun watch and the solid, entertaining dinosaur sequences.
- Some reviewers noted the movie is a well-built summer blockbuster and a nifty little treat.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers felt the film was a fossilized production that never lived up to its potential.
- Some reviewers described the premise as fairly flawed and noted tonal indecision throughout the narrative.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08 | 7/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-08 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-08 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-08 | 7/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-09 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-09 | 8/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is The End of Oak Street About? (Spoiler-Free)
After a cosmic anomaly relocates their suburb to an unfamiliar location, the Platt family must rely on each other to survive. They face a landscape filled with prehistoric creatures and unknown dangers.
The End of Oak Street at a Glance
| Release date | 2026-08-12 |
|---|---|
| Genres | Science Fiction, Mystery, Thriller |
| Runtime | 1 h 40 min (100 minutes) |
| Directed by | David Robert Mitchell |
| Written by | David Robert Mitchell |
| Top cast | Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella, Christian Convery |
| US rating | PG-13 |
| Production | Warner Bros. Pictures, Domain Entertainment, Bad Robot |
| More details | IMDb page · TMDB page |
Cast and Characters
- Anne Hathaway as Denise Platt
- Ewan McGregor as Greg Platt
- Maisy Stella as Audrey Platt
- Christian Convery as Brian Platt
- Jordan Alexa Davis as Jeannette Christiansen
- P.J. Byrne as Mel Jacobs
- Hudson Meek as Kaden Tucker
- Anne Gee Byrd as Mrs. Huddleston
Behind the Camera
| Music by | Michael Giacchino |
|---|---|
| Cinematography | Mike Gioulakis |
| Editing | John Axelrad |
| Producers | Hannah Minghella, David Robert Mitchell, J.J. Abrams, Matt Jackson |
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
David Robert Mitchell (director): recent films
| Film | Year | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|
| Under the Silver Lake | 2018 | 6.3/10 |
| It Follows | 2015 | 6.6/10 |
Average across these 2 films: 6.4/10 on TMDB.
Director David Robert Mitchell’s last two films averaged 6.4/10 on TMDB. The lead cast, including Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, have recent project averages of 7.3/10 and 7.6/10 respectively.
Other recent work from the lead cast of The End of Oak Street (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Hathaway avg 7.3/10 | The Odyssey (2026) | Movie | Penelope | 8.0/10 |
| Verity (2026) | Movie | Verity Crawford | 7.0/10 | |
| The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) | Movie | Andy Sachs | 7.0/10 | |
| The Idea of You (2024) | Movie | Solène | 7.2/10 | |
| Ewan McGregor avg 7.6/10 | Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord (2026) | TV | Obi-Wan Kenobi (voice) | 8.5/10 |
| Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022) | TV | Obi-Wan Kenobi | 7.0/10 | |
| Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020) | Movie | Roman Sionis | 6.9/10 | |
| Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) | Movie | Cricket (voice) | 8.0/10 | |
| Maisy Stella avg 6.8/10 | My Old Ass (2024) | Movie | Elliott | 6.8/10 |
Budget and Box Office
TMDB lists a production budget of $80,000,000 and worldwide revenue of $120,363,694, about 1.5 times the budget. These figures are as reported on TMDB and may be incomplete or not adjusted for marketing costs.
Release Timeline (US)
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Theatrical release | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Digital release | Sep 15, 2026 |
| Physical release | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Digital release | Nov 13, 2026 |
| TV release | Nov 14, 2026 |
Where to Watch (US)
| Rent | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex |
|---|---|
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 14, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
The End of Oak Street is a PG-13 science fiction thriller with a 100-minute runtime. It combines elements of mystery and survival within a suburban setting.
It may suit you if:
- Fans of science fiction and suburban survival stories.
- Viewers interested in prehistoric creatures and mystery films.
You might skip it if:
- Those who dislike predictable adventure plots or dinosaur-themed action movies.
Movies Like The End of Oak Street
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| 2073 (2024) | 6.7/10 | Inspired by Chris Marker's iconic 1962 featurette La JetĂ©e; the year is 2073—a not-so-distant dystopian future—and the setting is New San Francisco,… |
| Fast Color (2019) | 6.0/10 | A woman goes on the run after her superhuman abilities are exposed and, with nowhere left to hide, returns to the family she abandoned years earlier. |
| Max Winslow and The House of Secrets (2020) | 5.9/10 | Five teenagers compete to win a mansion owned by entrepreneur and scientist Atticus Virtue. |
| Replicas (2018) | 6.0/10 | A scientist becomes obsessed with returning his family to normalcy after a terrible accident. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of The End of Oak Street?
On November 14, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.5/10 from 39,062 votes. It changes as people vote.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes score of The End of Oak Street?
Rotten Tomatoes listed 86% positive critic reviews on November 14, 2026.
Is The End of Oak Street one of the best-rated 2026 movies?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #57 of 93 English-language titles with at least 500 votes, as of November 14, 2026.
How long is The End of Oak Street?
The End of Oak Street runs 1 h 40 min (100 minutes), according to TMDB.
Who stars in The End of Oak Street?
Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella, Christian Convery, Jordan Alexa Davis.
Data checked on November 14, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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