The Poughkeepsie Tapes
“The Terror is Real”
When hundreds of videotapes showing torture, murder and dismemberment are found in an abandoned house, they reveal a serial killer's decade-long reign of terror and become the most disturbing collection of evidence homicide detectives have ever seen.
Where to watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes in United States
The Roku Channel
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Where is The Poughkeepsie Tapes streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | — |
| India | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | — |
| Canada | MGM Amazon Channel, Tubi TV | — |
| Australia | MGM Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | Franatic Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
About The Poughkeepsie Tapes
The Poughkeepsie Tapes is a 2007 English-language horror, mystery and crime film directed by John Erick Dowdle. The cast is led by Stacy Chbosky, Ben Messmer, Lou George. It has a runtime of 1h 21m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 800 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV.
The Poughkeepsie Tapes was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Brothers Dowdle Productions, and Poughkeepsie Films and made in United States of America. It was released on April 27, 2007, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- John Erick Dowdle
- Writers
- Drew Dowdle, John Erick Dowdle
- Release date
- April 27, 2007
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Brothers Dowdle Productions, Poughkeepsie Films
The Poughkeepsie Tapes cast & crew
The Poughkeepsie Tapes was directed by John Erick Dowdle and written by Drew Dowdle and John Erick Dowdle.
The cast features Stacy Chbosky as Cheryl Dempsey, Ben Messmer as Edward 'Ed' Carver, Lou George as Felton Lewis, Ivar Brogger as Leonard Schway, Michael Lawson as Simon Alray, and Amy Lyndon as Alice Endrisart.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Keefus Ciancia, cinematography is by Shawn Dufraine, and it was produced by Drew Dowdle and Ward Barnett.
Is The Poughkeepsie Tapes worth watching?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 775 ratings, a solidly received horror films.
At 1h 21m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, mystery, and crime, The Poughkeepsie Tapes is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes
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Cast of The Poughkeepsie Tapes
Stacy Chbosky
Cheryl Dempsey
Ben Messmer
Edward 'Ed' Carver
Lou George
Felton Lewis
Ivar Brogger
Leonard Schway
Michael Lawson
Simon Alray
Amy Lyndon
Alice Endrisart
Ron Harper
Mike Moakes
Samantha Robson
Samantha Baker
Kim Kenny
Pam Frears
Beth Tapper
Karen Tyler
Iris Bahr
Aretha Creely
Scott Beehner
Jason Ribling
The Poughkeepsie Tapes — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes in United States?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes is streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is The Poughkeepsie Tapes on The Roku Channel?
Yes — The Poughkeepsie Tapes is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.
▸What language is The Poughkeepsie Tapes in?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Poughkeepsie Tapes?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes runs 1 hours 21 minutes (81 minutes).
▸What is The Poughkeepsie Tapes rated?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes is rated R. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 775 ratings.
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