Trailer
Sinister

Sinister (2012)

Once you see him, nothing can save you.

Radar 50Stable signalGB:151h 50mHorror · Thriller · Mystery

The Radar read

A middle-of-the-pack signal worth a look, with a decent sample behind its rating.

Synopsis

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.

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Content check

✗ Not for kidsOlder teens and adults · GB 15
Scary / frighteningStrong violence

Based on the age rating and content tags — not a full scene-by-scene list.

Radar score50/100
Quality signal67/100
Audience rating6.9
Votes counted6,112
Trust signalStable signal

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