MTDb โบ Best of โบ 2012 โบ Sinister
Sinister (2012)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.
Cast
Ethan Hawkeas Ellison Oswalt
Juliet Rylanceas Tracy Oswalt
Vincent D'Onofrioas Professor Jonas
James Ransoneas Deputy
Fred Thompsonas Sheriff
Clare Foleyas Ashley Oswalt
Michael Hall D'Addarioas Trevor Oswalt
Victoria Leighas Stephanie Stevenson
Blake Mizrahias Christopher Miller
Cameron Ocasioas BBQ Son / Killer
Danielle Kotchas Lawn Girl
Ethan Haberfieldas Pool Party Boy
Nicholas Kingas Bughuul / Mr. Boogie
Tavis Smileyas Anchor
Facts
| Release date | October 4, 2012 |
| Runtime | 110 min (1h 50m) โ about the same as the 2012 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Horror, Mystery |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $3,000,000 |
| Box office | $82,515,113 (27.5ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt1922777 |
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Questions
How long is Sinister?
Sinister runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is Sinister worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 6,239 votes, which places it #76 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 68%) and #744 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Sinister?
Sinister was directed by Scott Derrickson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Gorge (2025), The Black Phone (2022), Doctor Strange (2016).
Who stars in Sinister?
Ethan Hawke as Ellison Oswalt; Juliet Rylance as Tracy Oswalt; Vincent D'Onofrio as Professor Jonas; James Ransone as Deputy; Fred Thompson as Sheriff; Clare Foley as Ashley Oswalt.
What is Sinister rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Sinister?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/33780.