Sinister (2012)
Sinister is a supernatural horror movie that centers around a washed-up true-crime writer named Ellison Oswalt, who finds a box of Super 8 home movies that suggest the murder he is currently researching is the work of a serial killer whose macabre work dates back to the 1960s. As he begins to write a biography about the case, terrifying images start to seep into his consciousness, making him question reality as the horrors of old are made new again.
Sinister
- Director
- Scott Derrickson
- Release Date
- October 12, 2012
- Studio(s)
- Lionsgate
- Distributor(s)
- Lionsgate
- Cast
- Juliet Rylance , Ethan Hawke , Fred Dalton Thompson , Vincent D'Onofrio , James Ransone
- Writers
- Scott Derrickson , C. Robert Cargill
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
- Franchise(s)
- Sinister
- Sequel(s)
- Sinister 2
- Budget
- $3 million
latest
Why Sinister 3 Never Happened
Blumhouse Production's 2012 film Sinister was an immediate success that spawned a sequel, yet it never received a third installment; here's why.
Sinister Director Addresses Potential Franchise Return After “Misfire” Sinister 2
Sinister director Scott Derrickson addresses the possibility of a potential return for the horror franchise after the "misfire" that was Sinister 2.
Why The Insidious & Sinister Crossover Movie Has Been Shelved At Blumhouse
The potential Insidious and Sinister crossover movie receives a discouraging update from Blumhouse Productions founder and CEO Jason Blum.
10 Best Horror Movies Like Sinister
Make sure to check out these terrifying horror movies if you like Scott Derrickson's Sinister and want more of the same kind of frights.
Orphan First Kill: 10 Most Iconic Killer Kids In Film
From demon spawn to bad apples, here are 10 killer kids in film, in honor of the release of Orphan: First Kill.
Orphan First Kill: 10 Other Villains Who Deserve A Prequel Film
Orphan: First Kill will give the haunting Esther a prequel film, but there are still many other villains who deserve one as well!
10 Good Films Ruined By A Bad Third Act, According To Reddit
Sometimes, a film can set up a fun cinematic experience only to fall flat on its face. Redditors point out this disappointing trope's worst offenders.
Black Phone & Sinister Exist In The Same Universe - Theory Explained
Mr. Boogie and The Grabber from Sinister and the upcoming Black Phone adaptation share similarities that could explain a shared universe theory.
The Black Phone Can Learn From Sinister's Horror Movie Mistakes
Scott Derrickson returns to the horror genre with The Black Phone, and hopefully, he has learned from the shortcomings of his hit 2012 movie Sinister.
Ethan Hawke Horror Movies, Ranked
While he's not commonly linked to the genre Ethan Hawke has made a few horror movies of note. Here's every Hawke Horror, ranked worst to best.
Sinister Dethroned By Host As Scariest Horror Movie Ever In New Study
According to the “Science of Scare” study, 2012's Sinister slipped into the #2 spot for scariest horror movie ever, narrowly losing to 2020's Host.
Sinister: How A Key Plot Was Inspired By David Lynch's Lost Highway
David Lynch's Lost Highway inspired a key plot point in Scott Derrickson's Sinister. Here's how the horror movie took inspiration from the neo-noir.
How Sinister's Plot Was Inspired By The Ring's Cursed Videotape
Sinister's plot may seem ripped from someone's nightmares, but it actually was — C. Robert Cargill found inspiration from The Ring for his movie.
What Makes Sinister Such A Great Horror Movie
Sinister was recently determined to be the scariest movie based on science, so what is it that makes this film so effective and crowd-pleasing?
Sinister Is The Scariest Movie Of All Time According to Science
Scott Derrickson's 2012 supernatural horror film Sinister has been deemed the scariest movie of all time, according to science. Yes, science.
James Ransone Movies & TV Shows: Where You Know The IT: Chapter 2 Star
Actor James Ransone received praise for this turn in IT: Chapter 2 but here's a guide to his other movie and TV series roles.
The X-Men's Newest Team is About To Be Killed
In Hellions #7, the team of dangerous mutants will meet their demise. But their leader, Mister Sinister, may be causing problems behind the scenes.
Every Horror Movie Franchise Created By Blumhouse (So Far)
For about a decade now, Blumhouse Productions has been a major player in the horror movie scene, creating multiple franchises along the way.
The 5 Best (& 5 Worst) Haunted House Horror Movies
Haunted house horror movies have long been a favorite among fans, but some spooky abodes are just better than others.
5 Reasons Sinister Takes From The Ring (& 5 Ways They’re Different)
Sinister was a direct response to The Ring and in many ways, they're similar — but in others, they're totally different.