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Poltergeist

Poltergeist

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Upon realizing that something truly evil haunts his home, Steve Freeling calls in a team of parapsychologists to help before it's too late.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Poltergeist
  • Genres: Horror
  • Release Date: 1982-06-04
  • Runtime: 114 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (3082 votes)
  • Budget: $10,700,000
  • Revenue: $122,200,000
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Steven Spielberg Productions, SLM Production Group
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 8.6766
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Craig T. Nelson

Craig T. Nelson

as Steve Freeling

JoBeth Williams

JoBeth Williams

as Diane Freeling

Beatrice Straight

Beatrice Straight

as Dr. Lesh

Dominique Dunne

Dominique Dunne

as Dana Freeling

Oliver Robins

Oliver Robins

as Robbie Freeling

Heather O'Rourke

Heather O'Rourke

as Carol Anne Freeling

Michael McManus

Michael McManus

as Ben Tuthill

Virginia Kiser

Virginia Kiser

as Mrs. Tuthill

Martin Casella

Martin Casella

as Dr. Marty Casey

Richard Lawson

Richard Lawson

as Ryan

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Trailers & Clips

POLTERGEIST – The first suburban haunted house | MUBI Podcast

Extended Preview

A Terrible Presence

Swimming With Skeletons

Ghosts Abduct Carol Anne Scene

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poltergeist?

Poltergeist is a Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1982-06-04.

Who are the main actors in Poltergeist?

The main cast includes Craig T. Nelson, JoBeth Williams, Beatrice Straight, Dominique Dunne, Oliver Robins, .

Where can I watch Poltergeist online?

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

Is Poltergeist based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of Poltergeist?

Poltergeist has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 3082 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Poltergeist?

The movie had a production budget of $10,700,000 and earned $122,200,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Poltergeist?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Steven Spielberg Productions, SLM Production Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Poltergeist filmed?

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

How long is Poltergeist?

The total runtime of Poltergeist is 114 minutes.

Is Poltergeist suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Poltergeist?

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

Does Poltergeist have a post-credit scene?

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

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