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The Possession

2012·Movie·PG-13·92 min·6.0(1,712)

Fear the demon that doesn't fear God.

A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. The girl's father teams with his ex-wife to find a way to end the curse upon their child.

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Where to watch The Possession in United States

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Where is The Possession streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesYouTube TV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, KanopyAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaTubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
Australia7plusFetch TV
GermanyStudiocanal Presents MOVIECULT Amazon Channel, Moviecult Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
SpainTivify, AMC Channels Amazon ChannelRakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilDiamond Films Amazon ChannelClaro video
JapanU-NEXTAmazon Video, FOD

About The Possession

The Possession is a 2012 English-language horror and thriller film directed by Ole Bornedal. The cast is led by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Kyra Sedgwick, Natasha Calis. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 1700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube TV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel.

The Possession was produced by Ghost House Pictures, North Box Productions, and Lionsgate and made in United States of America and Canada. It was released on August 30, 2012, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $14 million, it went on to gross $85 million worldwide.

Director
Ole Bornedal
Writers
Juliet Snowden, Stiles White
Release date
August 30, 2012
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, Canada
Budget
$14 million
Box office
$85 million
Production
Ghost House Pictures, North Box Productions, Lionsgate
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The Possession cast & crew

The Possession was directed by Ole Bornedal and written by Juliet Snowden and Stiles White.

The cast features Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Clyde Brenek, Kyra Sedgwick as Stephanie Brenek, Natasha Calis as Emily 'Em' Brenek, Madison Davenport as Hannah Brenek, Rob LaBelle as Russell, and Matisyahu as Tzadok Shapir.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Dan Laustsen and it was produced by Michael Paseornek and Joseph Drake.

Is The Possession worth watching?

The Possession holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 1,712 ratings, a solidly received horror films.

At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy horror and thriller, The Possession is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Possession

In United States, you can stream The Possession on YouTube TV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, and Fawesome, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The Possession

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Clyde Brenek

Kyra Sedgwick

Kyra Sedgwick

Stephanie Brenek

Natasha Calis

Natasha Calis

Emily 'Em' Brenek

Madison Davenport

Madison Davenport

Hannah Brenek

Rob LaBelle

Rob LaBelle

Russell

Matisyahu

Matisyahu

Tzadok Shapir

Quinn Lord

Quinn Lord

Student

Jay Brazeau

Jay Brazeau

Professor McMannis

Jim Thorburn

Jim Thorburn

Man

Erin Simms

Erin Simms

Possessed Italian Girl

John Cassini

John Cassini

Stephanie's Attorney

Grant Show

Grant Show

Brett

The Possession — FAQs

Where can I watch The Possession in United States?

The Possession is streaming on YouTube TV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy in United States.

Is The Possession on YouTube TV?

Yes — The Possession is currently available on YouTube TV in United States.

What language is The Possession in?

The Possession is originally in English, with audio tracks including Yiddish, Polish, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Possession?

The Possession runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).

What is The Possession rated?

The Possession is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 1,712 ratings.

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