

The Possession
“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.
Where to watch The Possession in United States
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Where is The Possession streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube TV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | 7plus | Fetch TV |
| Germany | Studiocanal Presents MOVIECULT Amazon Channel, Moviecult Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | Tivify, AMC Channels Amazon Channel | Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Diamond Films Amazon Channel | Claro video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon 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
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
Clyde Brenek

Kyra Sedgwick
Stephanie Brenek

Natasha Calis
Emily 'Em' Brenek

Madison Davenport
Hannah Brenek

Rob LaBelle
Russell

Matisyahu
Tzadok Shapir

Quinn Lord
Student

Jay Brazeau
Professor McMannis

Jim Thorburn
Man

Erin Simms
Possessed Italian Girl

John Cassini
Stephanie's Attorney

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.











