The Possession
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Cinemax Amazon Channel, Kanopy, The Roku Channel, The CW, and YouTube Free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Possession
Where can I watch The Possession in the United States?
The Possession is available to stream on Cinemax Amazon Channel, Kanopy, The Roku Channel, The CW, and YouTube Free 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 Possession for free?
The Possession streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, The Roku Channel, The CW, and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Possession?
The Possession scores 6.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Possession?
The Possession stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Kyra Sedgwick, Natasha Calis, Madison Davenport, and Rob LaBelle. Ole Bornedal is the director.
How long is The Possession?
The Possession runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).
When did The Possession come out?
The Possession was released on August 30, 2012.
Which studio made The Possession?
The Possession was produced by Ghost House Pictures, North Box Productions, and Lionsgate in the United States and Canada.
What was the budget for The Possession?
The Possession was made on a budget of $14,000,000.
How much did The Possession make at the box office?
The Possession grossed $85,446,075 worldwide, against a budget of $14,000,000.
What languages is The Possession in?
The Possession is in Yiddish, Polish, and English, and its original language is English.
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.