Wish Upon

Synopsis

In the horror film 'Wish Upon', teenager Clare Shannon, portrayed by Joey King, discovers an ancient Chinese music box that grants her seven wishes. While initially enjoying the benefits of her wishes, Clare soon realizes the sinister consequences of her actions as the people around her start experiencing tragic accidents. Caught in a cycle of greed and despair, Clare must find a way to undo the cursed wishes before it is too late. As she delves deeper into the dark origins of the music box, Clare uncovers the horrifying truth about the price of making selfish desires a reality.

Cast

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  Joey King

  Clare Shannon

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  Ki Hong Lee

  Ryan Hui

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  Sydney Park

  Meredith McNeil

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  Shannon Purser

  June Acosta

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  Sherilyn Fenn

  Mrs. Deluca

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  Elisabeth Röhm

  Johanna Shannon

Reviews

Despite the potential of its intriguing premise, 'Wish Upon' fails to deliver a satisfying horror experience, falling short in both scares and storytelling. Critics have criticized the film for its lackluster execution and predictable plot twists. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a meager 20% rating with the consensus stating, 'Wish Upon is neither scary nor original, giving horror fans nothing more than a cheap thrill'. IMDb rates it at 5.1/10, with many viewers expressing disappointment in its lack of depth. Metacritic scores 'Wish Upon' at 32/100, highlighting the film's failure to capitalize on its promising concept. Overall, the consensus among critics and audiences is that 'Wish Upon' is a forgettable horror movie that fails to leave a lasting impression.