MyCinema has not rated Possession for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror film. It is rated NR in the United States.

Where can I watch Possession in the US?

Possession streams on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, 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 Possession?

Possession runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

Is Possession suitable for kids?

Possession is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.

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Possession

Name: Possession
Genre: Horror
Released: 1981-05-27
Duration: 124 min

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 1,467 votes

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Availability in the US

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Possession at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 4m

At 2h 4m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Horror

TMDB files it under horror.

US availability

6 subscriptions · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder, and 3 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. 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 1,467 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Possession tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 4m.
It is included with Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 1,467 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Possession

Is Possession scary?: MyCinema has not rated Possession for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror film. It is rated NR in the United States.
Where can I watch Possession in the US?: Possession streams on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, 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 Possession?: Possession runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
Is Possession suitable for kids?: Possession is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.