MyCinema has not rated Hereditary for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Hereditary in the US?

Hereditary streams on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, and 2 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and 3 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Hereditary?

Hereditary runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).

Is Hereditary suitable for kids?

Hereditary is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20182h 8mHorror / Mystery / Thriller

Hereditary

Name: Hereditary
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2018-06-07
Duration: 128 min

Every family tree hides a secret.

Following the death of the Leigh family matriarch, Annie and her children uncover disturbing secrets about their heritage. Their daily lives are not only impacted, but they also become entangled in a chilling fate from which they cannot escape, driving them to the brink of madness.

TMDB audience score

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Availability in the US

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United States listings · Refreshed 12 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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Hereditary at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 8m

At 2h 8m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Horror · Mystery · Thriller

TMDB files it under horror, mystery, and thriller.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 6 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, and 2 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and 3 more. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 8,982 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Hereditary tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 8m.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 8,982 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Hereditary

Is Hereditary scary?: MyCinema has not rated Hereditary for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Hereditary in the US?: Hereditary streams on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, and 2 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and 3 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Hereditary?: Hereditary runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
Is Hereditary suitable for kids?: Hereditary is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.