Poltergeist
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.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Poltergeist
Where can I watch Poltergeist in the United States?
Poltergeist is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Poltergeist?
Poltergeist scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Poltergeist?
Poltergeist stars JoBeth Williams, Craig T. Nelson, Beatrice Straight, Dominique Dunne, and Heather O'Rourke. Tobe Hooper is the director.
How long is Poltergeist?
Poltergeist runs 1h 54m (114 minutes).
When did Poltergeist come out?
Poltergeist was released on June 4, 1982.
Which studio made Poltergeist?
Poltergeist was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and SLM Production Group in the United States.
What was the budget for Poltergeist?
Poltergeist was made on a budget of $10,700,000.
How much did Poltergeist make at the box office?
Poltergeist grossed $121,733,131 worldwide, against a budget of $10,700,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.