The Possessed (2021): cast, story & where to watch

2021 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2021, The Possessed is a thriller and horror film directed by Chris Sun, running about 97 minutes. “When he asks whose body this is... you better pray you tell him it's yours!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A man with the ability to exorcise demons fights to protect his loved ones after a sudden surge in demonic possessions. After discovering his nephew's girlfriend has the same supernatural gift, they join forces for the ultimate confrontation. Inspired by actual events.

Who’s in it. The Possessed stars John Jarratt as Jacob Chandler, Lincoln Lewis as Liam, Lauren Grimson as Atalie Carlisle and Angie Kent as Nadine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Possessed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Possessed page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Possessed (2021)?
In US, The Possessed is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Possessed worth watching?
The Possessed holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Possessed?
The Possessed stars John Jarratt, Lincoln Lewis, Lauren Grimson, Angie Kent and Jade Kevin Foster.
When was The Possessed released?
The Possessed was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.