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Possession (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2009, Possession is a thriller film directed by Joel Bergvall, running about 86 minutes. “What if the person you loved became someone else?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A woman's life is thrown into chaos after a freak car accident sends her husband and brother-in-law into comas. Thrills arrive after the brother-in-law wakes up, thinking he's his brother.

Who’s in it. Possession stars Sarah Michelle Gellar as Jessica, Lee Pace as Roman, Michael Landes as Ryan and William B. Davis as Hypnotist, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Possession has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from FlixFling. 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 (2009)?
In US, Possession is available to rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Possession worth watching?
Possession holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Possession?
Possession stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Lee Pace, Michael Landes, William B. Davis and Tuva Novotny.
When was Possession released?
Possession was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.