Poltergeist

79
Metascore
1982
1 Hr 54 Mins
Horror, Suspense

Life is very pleasant for the close-knit Freeling family until a host of otherworldly forces invades their peaceful suburban home. It starts with just an odd occurrence or two to the amusement of everyone, but soon their house is turned into a swirling supernatural sideshow. The forces at work are anything but friendly, and if the luckless Freelings don't clear out soon, they'll all be swept off into nightmarish chaos.

79
Metascore
1982
1 Hr 54 Mins
Horror, Suspense

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