The Frighteners
Once an architect, Frank Bannister now passes himself off as an exorcist of evil spirits. To bolster his facade, he claims his "special" gift is the result of a car accident that killed his wife. But what he does not count on is more people dying in the small town where he lives. As he tries to piece together the supernatural mystery of these killings, he falls in love with the wife of one of the victims and deals with a crazy FBI agent.
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Streaming now in the United States on AMC+.
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Frequently asked questions about The Frighteners
Where can I watch The Frighteners in the United States?
The Frighteners is available to stream on AMC+ in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Frighteners for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Frighteners needs a subscription to AMC+, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Frighteners?
The Frighteners scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Frighteners?
The Frighteners stars Michael J. Fox, Trini Alvarado, Peter Dobson, John Astin, and Jeffrey Combs. Peter Jackson is the director.
How long is The Frighteners?
The Frighteners runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did The Frighteners come out?
The Frighteners was released on July 19, 1996.
Which studio made The Frighteners?
The Frighteners was produced by WingNut Films and Universal Pictures in New Zealand and the United States.
What was the budget for The Frighteners?
The Frighteners was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did The Frighteners make at the box office?
The Frighteners grossed $29,359,216 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
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