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The Possession (2012)

โ€œFear the demon that doesn't fear God.โ€

6.0/10 ยท 1,749 votes 1h 32m pg-13 ThrillerDramaHorror

#172 of 232 films from 2012 #1943 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Ole Bornedal ยท Written by Juliet Snowden, Stiles White

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Overview

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.

Cast

Jeffrey Dean Morganas Clyde Brenek
Kyra Sedgwickas Stephanie Brenek
Natasha Calisas Emily 'Em' Brenek
Madison Davenportas Hannah Brenek
Rob LaBelleas Russell
Matisyahuas Tzadok Shapir
Quinn Lordas Student
Jay Brazeauas Professor McMannis
Jim Thorburnas Man
Erin Simmsas Possessed Italian Girl
John Cassinias Stephanie's Attorney
Grant Showas Brett
Tim Perezas Officer
Ned Bellamyas Trevor

Facts

Release dateAugust 30, 2012
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$14,000,000
Box office$85,446,075 (6.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt0431021

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Questions

How long is The Possession?
The Possession runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is The Possession worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 1,749 votes, which places it #172 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 26%) and #1943 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Possession?
The Possession was directed by Ole Bornedal. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Shadow in My Eye (2021).
Who stars in The Possession?
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; Matisyahu as Tzadok Shapir.
What is The Possession rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Possession?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/52317.

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