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Possession

Possession

Inhuman ecstasy fulfilled.

A young woman left her family for an unspecified reason. The husband determines to find out the truth and starts following his wife. At first, he suspects that a man is involved. But gradually, he finds out more and more strange behaviors and bizarre incidents that indicate something more than a possessed love affair.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Possession
  • Genres: Horror
  • Release Date: 1981-05-27
  • Runtime: 124 minutes
  • Rating: 7.3/10 (1161 votes)
  • Budget: $2,400,000
  • Revenue: $1,200,000
  • Production Companies: Gaumont, Oliane Productions, Marianne Productions, Soma Film Produktion
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.4421
  • Languages: English, French, German

Cast & Crew

Isabelle Adjani

Isabelle Adjani

as Anna / Helen

Sam Neill

Sam Neill

as Mark

Margit Carstensen

Margit Carstensen

as Margit Gluckmeister

Heinz Bennent

Heinz Bennent

as Heinrich

Johanna Hofer

Johanna Hofer

as Heinrich's Mother

Carl Duering

Carl Duering

as Private Detective

Shaun Lawton

Shaun Lawton

as Zimmermann

Michael Hogben

Michael Hogben

as Bob

Maximilian Rüthlein

Maximilian Rüthlein

as Man with Pink Socks

Leslie Malton

Leslie Malton

as Sara

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Trailers & Clips

Mark Kermode reviews Possession (1981)

Official Trailer

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Possession?

Possession is a Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1981-05-27.

Who are the main actors in Possession?

The main cast includes Isabelle Adjani, Sam Neill, Margit Carstensen, Heinz Bennent, Johanna Hofer, .

Where can I watch Possession online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Possession is available.

Is Possession based on a true story?

Inhuman ecstasy fulfilled.

What is the IMDb rating of Possession?

Possession has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 1161 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Possession?

The movie had a production budget of $2,400,000 and earned $1,200,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Possession?

The soundtrack was composed by Gaumont, Oliane Productions, Marianne Productions, Soma Film Produktion. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Possession filmed?

Possession was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Possession?

The total runtime of Possession is 124 minutes.

Is Possession suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Possession?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Possession.

Does Possession have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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