The Grudge
2004, English. Directed by Takashi Shimizu.
It never forgives. It never forgets.
An American nurse living and working in Tokyo is exposed to a mysterious supernatural curse, one that locks a person in a powerful rage before claiming their life and spreading to another victim.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Grudge
The Grudge is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Sony Pictures in India.
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Cast & crew
- Takashi ShimizuDirector
- Sarah Michelle GellarKaren Davis
- Jason BehrDoug McCarthy
- Takako FujiKayako Saeki
- Yuya OzekiToshio Saeki
- William MapotherMatthew Williams
- Clea DuVallJennifer Williams
- KaDee StricklandSusan Williams
- Grace ZabriskieEmma Williams
- Bill PullmanPeter Kirk
- Rosa BlasiMaria Kirk
- Ted RaimiAlex Jones
- Ryo IshibashiDet. Hideto Nakagawa
Details
- Released
- 22 October 2004
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stephen Susco, Takashi Shimizu
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $183M
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What The Grudge is based on
The Grudge is based on Ju-On: The Grudge, a 2002 film.
Film · 2002
Ju-On: The Grudge
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The Grudge: quick answers
Is The Grudge worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 3,350 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Grudge?
The Grudge runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Grudge have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Grudge. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Grudge parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Grudge is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Grudge on?
The Grudge is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Grudge?
If you liked The Grudge, try Immaculate, Nocebo, Saint Maud.
Who directed The Grudge?
The Grudge (2004) was directed by Takashi Shimizu and stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Jason Behr, Takako Fuji.
What is The Grudge based on?
The Grudge is based on Ju-On: The Grudge, a 2002 film.