The Possession
2012, English. Directed by Ole Bornedal.
Fear the demon that doesn't fear God.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 1,766 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Possession
The Possession is streaming on Lionsgate+ and Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ole BornedalDirector
- Jeffrey Dean MorganClyde Brenek
- Kyra SedgwickStephanie Brenek
- Natasha CalisEmily 'Em' Brenek
- Madison DavenportHannah Brenek
- Rob LaBelleRussell
- MatisyahuTzadok Shapir
- Quinn LordStudent
- Jay BrazeauProfessor McMannis
- Jim ThorburnMan
- Erin SimmsPossessed Italian Girl
- John CassiniStephanie's Attorney
- Grant ShowBrett
Details
- Released
- 30 August 2012
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Juliet Snowden, Stiles White
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $85M
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The Possession: quick answers
Is The Possession worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 1,766 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Possession?
The Possession runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Possession have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Possession. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Possession parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Possession is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Possession on?
The Possession is streaming on Lionsgate+ and Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Possession?
If you liked The Possession, try The Conjuring, Prey for the Devil, The Deliverance.
Who directed The Possession?
The Possession (2012) was directed by Ole Bornedal and stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Kyra Sedgwick, Natasha Calis.