How long is Poltergeist?

Poltergeist is 1 h 54 min long (114 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:54 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is Poltergeist rated?

Poltergeist is rated PG in the US.

Where can I stream Poltergeist?

In the US, as of 2026-11-07: AMC (subscription). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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Poltergeist (1982) runs 1 h 54 min, is rated PG in the US and averages 7.2 from 3,520 TMDB members. The Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'. With help, they must cross over to get their daughter back.

Runtime: 1 h 54 min — ends 9:54 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: PG (US)
Genres: Horror
Released: June 4, 1982
TMDB rating: 7.2 / 10 from 3,520 votes
Director: Tobe Hooper
Starring: JoBeth Williams, Craig T. Nelson, Beatrice Straight, Dominique Dunne
Language: English

Good for a group? Yes — a crowd movie.Horror hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.

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How long is Poltergeist?: Poltergeist is 1 h 54 min long (114 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:54 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Poltergeist rated?: Poltergeist is rated PG in the US.
Is Poltergeist a good movie to watch with a group?: Yes — a crowd movie. Horror hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.
Where can I stream Poltergeist?: In the US, as of 2026-11-07: AMC (subscription). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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