Sinister (2012)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Sinister
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Hulu, MovieSphere+ | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max, Now TV Cinema, Lionsgate+ | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, Crave | Apple TV, CosmoGo, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Stan | JustWatch TV, Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | Now TV Cinema, HBO Max, Lionsgate+ | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Home of Horror | YouTube | YouTube |
| France | Molotov TV, Shadowz | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +6 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +6 |
| Spain | Lionsgate+ | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Italy | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Timvision, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video +1 | Apple TV, Timvision, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video +1 |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Sinister in 30 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
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. Sinister is a Horror, Thriller, Mystery movie, released on 2012-10-04, runtime 110 minutes.
Is Sinister worth watching?
TMDB users rate Sinister 6.9 out of 10 from 6,331 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Sinister?
In the United States, Sinister streams on Hulu and MovieSphere+ and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Scott Derrickson
Cast
- Ethan Hawke as Ellison Oswalt
- Juliet Rylance as Tracy Oswalt
- Vincent D'Onofrio as Professor Jonas
- James Ransone as Deputy
- Fred Thompson as Sheriff
- Clare Foley as Ashley Oswalt
- Michael Hall D'Addario as Trevor Oswalt
- Victoria Leigh as Stephanie Stevenson
- Blake Mizrahi as Christopher Miller
- Cameron Ocasio as BBQ Son / Killer
- Danielle Kotch as Lawn Girl
- Ethan Haberfield as Pool Party Boy
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Sources
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