The highest scoring of the three Poltergeist films, ahead of Poltergeist II: The Other Side (48).
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Synopsis
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.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.3/10 | 42% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 89% | 21% |
| Metacritic | 79/100 | 21% |
| TMDB | 7.2/103,510 votes | 16% |
| Balasaur Score | 77 | 100% |
Key crew
- Steven SpielbergScreenplay
- Jerry GoldsmithOriginal Music Composer
- Michael GraisScreenplay
- Mark VictorScreenplay
- Tobe HooperDirector
Cast
- JoBeth WilliamsDiane Freeling
- Craig T. NelsonSteve Freeling
- Beatrice StraightDr. Lesh
- Dominique DunneDana Freeling
- Heather O'RourkeCarol Anne Freeling
- Oliver RobinsRobbie Freeling
- Zelda RubinsteinTangina Barrons
- Richard LawsonRyan
- Martin CasellaDr. Marty Casey
- Michael McManusBen Tuthill
- Virginia KiserMrs. Tuthill
- James KarenMr. Teague
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