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Sinister (2012)

Once you see him, nothing can save you.

6.9audience score
6,326 votes on TMDB
Released October 4, 2012Runtime 1h 50mDirector Scott Derrickson

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.

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Cast of Sinister

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke

Ellison Oswalt
Juliet Rylance

Juliet Rylance

Tracy Oswalt
Vincent D'Onofrio

Vincent D'Onofrio

Professor Jonas
James Ransone

James Ransone

Deputy
Fred Thompson

Fred Thompson

Sheriff
Clare Foley

Clare Foley

Ashley Oswalt
Michael Hall D'Addario

Michael Hall D'Addario

Trevor Oswalt
Victoria Leigh

Victoria Leigh

Stephanie Stevenson
Blake Mizrahi

Blake Mizrahi

Christopher Miller
Cameron Ocasio

Cameron Ocasio

BBQ Son / Killer
Danielle Kotch

Danielle Kotch

Lawn Girl
Ethan Haberfield

Ethan Haberfield

Pool Party Boy

About Sinister

Where can I watch Sinister?

Sinister is currently streaming in the United States on Hulu, fuboTV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel.

Who stars in Sinister?

Sinister stars Ethan Hawke, Juliet Rylance, Vincent D'Onofrio, James Ransone, Fred Thompson.

Who directed Sinister?

Sinister was directed by Scott Derrickson.

How long is Sinister?

Sinister has a runtime of 1h 50m.

What is Sinister about?

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.