Poltergeist
1982, English. Directed by Tobe Hooper.
"They're here."
The Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'. With help, they must cross over to get their daughter back.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Tobe HooperDirector
- JoBeth WilliamsDiane Freeling
- Craig T. NelsonSteve Freeling
- Beatrice StraightDr. Lesh
- Dominique DunneDana Freeling
- Heather O'RourkeCarol Anne Freeling
- Oliver RobinsRobbie Freeling
- Zelda RubinsteinTangina Barrons
- Richard LawsonRyan
- Martin CasellaDr. Marty Casey
- Michael McManusBen Tuthill
- Virginia KiserMrs. Tuthill
- James KarenMr. Teague
Details
- Released
- 4 June 1982
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steven Spielberg, Michael Grais, Mark Victor
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $122M
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Poltergeist: quick answers
Is Poltergeist worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 3,502 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Poltergeist?
Poltergeist runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Poltergeist have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Poltergeist. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Poltergeist suitable for kids?
Poltergeist is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like Poltergeist?
If you liked Poltergeist, try Other Mommy, Bring Her Back, Lights Out.
Who directed Poltergeist?
Poltergeist (1982) was directed by Tobe Hooper and stars JoBeth Williams, Craig T. Nelson, Beatrice Straight.