MyCinema has not rated The Gate for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror and fantasy film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch The Gate in the US?

The Gate streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, The CW, and 6 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 The Gate?

The Gate runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Is The Gate suitable for kids?

The Gate is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB19871h 26mHorror / Fantasy

The Gate

Name: The Gate
Genre: Horror, Fantasy
Released: 1987-04-21
Duration: 86 min

Pray it's not too late.

Three young children accidentally release a horde of nasty, pint-sized demons from a hole in a suburban backyard. What follows is a classic battle between good and evil as the three kids struggle to overcome a nightmarish hell that is literally taking over the Earth.

TMDB audience score

Based on 443 votes

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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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The Gate at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Short watch · 1h 26m

At 1h 26m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Horror · Fantasy

TMDB files it under horror and fantasy.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 9 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, The CW, and 6 more. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 443 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Gate tonight

It is a short one: 1h 26m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 443 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Gate

Is The Gate scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Gate for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror and fantasy film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch The Gate in the US?: The Gate streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, The CW, and 6 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 The Gate?: The Gate runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
Is The Gate suitable for kids?: The Gate is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.