Knowing (2009)
A father deciphers chilling predictions while a suspenseful, epic mystery unfolds around his family.
A teacher opens a time capsule that has been dug up at his son's elementary school; in it are some chilling predictions -- some that have already occurred and others that are about to -- that lead him to believe his family plays a role in the events that are about to unfold.
How intense is Knowing?
Knowing is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Knowing feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulmelancholyepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Knowing
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Knowing for you?
Is Knowing scary?
Only a little. Knowing has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Knowing gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Knowing sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Knowing OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Knowing?
Knowing runs 2h 1m.
Where can I stream Knowing?
Knowing is streaming on Fandango at Home (free).
Does Knowing have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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