

High Tension
2003, French. Directed by Alexandre Aja.
Hearts will bleed.
Best friends Marie and Alexia decide to spend a quiet weekend at Alexia's parents' secluded farmhouse. But on the night of their arrival, the girls' idyllic getaway turns into an endless night of horror.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 1,550 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch High Tension
High Tension is streaming on MovieSphere+ in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 18 June 2003
- Original title
- Haute Tension
- Country
- France, Romania
- Written by
- Grégory Levasseur, Alexandre Aja
- Budget
- $2.5M
- Box office
- $6.3M
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High Tension: quick answers
Is High Tension worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 1,550 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is High Tension?
High Tension runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does High Tension have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for High Tension. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
High Tension parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
High Tension is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is High Tension on?
High Tension is streaming on MovieSphere+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like High Tension?
If you liked High Tension, try Jigsaw, Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte, Hunter Hunter.
Who directed High Tension?
High Tension (2003) was directed by Alexandre Aja and stars Cécile de France, Maïwenn, Philippe Nahon.