


Sinister at a glance
Sinister is a 2012 horror and thriller film, running 1h 50m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2012-10-04
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller, Mystery
- Director
- Scott Derrickson
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.9 / 10 · 6,339 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmTrue-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.
Cast
14 names
Ethan HawkeEllison Oswalt
Juliet RylanceTracy Oswalt
Vincent D'OnofrioProfessor Jonas
James RansoneDeputy
Fred ThompsonSheriff
Clare FoleyAshley Oswalt
Michael Hall D'AddarioTrevor Oswalt
Victoria LeighStephanie Stevenson
Blake MizrahiChristopher Miller
Cameron OcasioBBQ Son / Killer
Danielle KotchLawn Girl
Ethan HaberfieldPool Party Boy
Nicholas KingBughuul / Mr. Boogie
Tavis SmileyAnchorQuestions about Sinister
Quick answersWhere can I watch Sinister in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Sinister is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Sinister suitable for children?
Sinister is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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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…
How long is Sinister?
Sinister runs for 1h 50m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Sinister trailer?
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