The Grudge 2 (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 5.5

The Grudge 2 poster

Released in 2006, The Grudge 2 is a thriller and horror film directed by Takashi Shimizu, running about 102 minutes. “What was once trapped will now be unleashed.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young woman encounters a malevolent supernatural force while searching for her missing sister in Tokyo, a mean high school prank goes horribly wrong, and strange things begin happening in a Chicago apartment building.

Who’s in it. The Grudge 2 stars Sarah Michelle Gellar as Karen Davis, Amber Tamblyn as Aubrey Davis, Edison Chen as Eason and Arielle Kebbel as Allison Fleming, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Grudge 2 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $39.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Grudge 2 page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Grudge 2 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Grudge 2 (2006)?
In US, The Grudge 2 is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo and Starz Apple TV Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Grudge 2 worth watching?
The Grudge 2 holds an audience score of 5.5 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 The Grudge 2?
The Grudge 2 stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Amber Tamblyn, Edison Chen, Arielle Kebbel and Teresa Palmer.
When was The Grudge 2 released?
The Grudge 2 was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.