The Grudge (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2004, The Grudge is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Takashi Shimizu, running about 92 minutes. “It never forgives. It never forgets.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American nurse living and working in Tokyo is exposed to a mysterious supernatural curse, one that locks a person in a powerful rage before claiming their life and spreading to another victim.
Who’s in it. The Grudge stars Sarah Michelle Gellar as Karen Davis, Jason Behr as Doug McCarthy, William Mapother as Matthew Williams and Clea DuVall as Jennifer Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Grudge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $183.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, YouTube TV and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Grudge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Grudge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Grudge (2004)?
- In US, The Grudge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Grudge worth watching?
- The Grudge holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Grudge?
- The Grudge stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Jason Behr, William Mapother, Clea DuVall and KaDee Strickland.
- When was The Grudge released?
- The Grudge was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.