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TMDB20071h 21mHorror / Mystery / Crime / Thriller

The Poughkeepsie Tapes

The terror is real.

When hundreds of videotapes showing torture, murder and dismemberment are found in an abandoned house, they reveal a serial killer's decade-long reign of terror and become the most disturbing collection of evidence homicide detectives have ever seen.

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The Poughkeepsie Tapes at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 21m

At 1h 21m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes
Genres

Horror · Mystery · Crime · Thriller

TMDB files it under horror, mystery, crime, and thriller.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 4 free

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and 1 more.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 824 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 21m, 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 6.5 out of 10 across 824 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Poughkeepsie Tapes

Is The Poughkeepsie Tapes scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Poughkeepsie Tapes for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, mystery, and crime film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes in the US?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and is free on Kanopy, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Poughkeepsie Tapes?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
Is The Poughkeepsie Tapes suitable for kids?
The Poughkeepsie Tapes is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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