Poltergeist
The Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'. With help, they must cross over to get their daughter back.
At a glance
Countries
United States of America
Ratings
TMDB users
7.2/10
3,318 votes
IMDb
7.3/10
Users
Critics
88%Rotten Tomatoes
79Metacritic
Rating consensus
78/100 blend
Sources: TMDB · IMDb · Rotten Tomatoes · Metacritic
Warm reception overall — weighted ~78/100 across 4 rating sources. The listed meters mostly agree.
Cast
JoBeth Williams
Diane Freeling
Craig T. Nelson
Steve Freeling
Beatrice Straight
Dr. Lesh
Dominique Dunne
Dana Freeling
Heather O'Rourke
Carol Anne Freeling
Oliver Robins
Robbie Freeling
Zelda Rubinstein
Tangina Barrons
Richard Lawson
Ryan
Martin Casella
Dr. Marty Casey
Michael McManus
Ben Tuthill
Virginia Kiser
Mrs. Tuthill
James Karen
Mr. Teague
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Poltergeist (1982)
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