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Searching (2018)
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📖 Story
After David Kim's 16-year-old daughter goes missing, a local investigation is opened and a detective is assigned to the case. But 37 hours later and without a single lead, David decides to search the one place no one has looked yet, where all secrets are kept today: his daughter's laptop.
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Strong recommendationSupernatural mystery
EnergyTense with bursts of wonder
ToneMysterious and emotional
ExperienceAdventure, mystery, and emotional pull
Best suited forinvestigation, secrets, and layered suspense
What to expect from this title?Expect mystery, friendship, and supernatural pressure to grow together, with emotion carrying as much weight as the scares.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Tension & suspense• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight Searching is a 2018 film in the Drama / Mystery category from United States. Directed by Aneesh Chaganty. Starring John Cho and Michelle La. Runtime: about 102 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 7.6/10.
Genre: Drama / Mystery, Released in 2018, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 102 minutes, Starring John Cho and Michelle La.
Runtime
102 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew

John Cho
David Kim

Michelle La
Margot

Debra Messing
Detective Vick

Joseph Lee
Peter

Sara Sohn
Pamela Nam Kim

Briana McLean
Abigail

Erica Jenkins
Hannah

Connor McRaith
Isaac
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Dominic Hoffman
Michael Porter

Ric Sarabia
Randy Cartoff

Steven Michael Eich
Robert

Melissa Disney
Isaac's Mom (voice)

Sean O'Bryan
Radio Jockey

Ben Cain
SVPD Homicide Agent
Director: Aneesh Chaganty
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1What is movie Searching (2018)?
It is a movie released in 2018 within the Drama, Mystery, Thriller category.
2What is the story of Searching?
Searching (2018) is a movie in the Drama, Mystery, Thriller category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Searching online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies.
4What is the rating of Searching?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 based on 4,236 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Searching?
Its runtime is about 102 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Searching best suited for?
A suspense-focused watch built around questions, hidden motives, and steady tension rather than simple straight-line action.
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