Possession (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2013, Possession is a thriller and horror film directed by Brillante Mendoza, running about 102 minutes. “What are you afraid of?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film follows two competing television news teams as they chase a variety of leads, gradually zeroing in on an impending and possibly apocalyptic storm, and a middle-aged teacher who may or may not be possessed by a demon. Writer and actress Raquel Villavicencio plays the ruthless head of the top-rated network, coming off as a Tagalog variation on Faye Dunaway's fabled character in Network. Her team has eschewed covering politics in favour of triedand- true tabloid fodder: demonic possession.
Who’s in it. Possession stars Dennis Trillo, Meryll Soriano, Baron Geisler and Ruby Ruiz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Possession has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Possession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Possession tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Possession (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Possession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Possession worth watching?
- Possession holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Possession?
- Possession stars Dennis Trillo, Meryll Soriano, Baron Geisler, Ruby Ruiz and Raquel Villavicencio.
- When was Possession released?
- Possession was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.