The Grudge (2004)
A malevolent supernatural curse in Tokyo locks its victims in rage, then spreads with chilling certainty.
An American nurse living and working in Tokyo is exposed to a mysterious supernatural curse, one that locks a person in a powerful rage before claiming their life and spreading to another victim.
How intense is The Grudge?
The Grudge is terrifying, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a late-night trip and a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Grudge feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulchillingatmosphericbleak
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Late nightFull attention
Where to stream The Grudge
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Grudge for you?
Is The Grudge scary?
Yes. The Grudge is scare level 3 of 3, one of the scariest titles in the CouchRot catalog.
Is The Grudge gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is The Grudge sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Grudge OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 3, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Grudge?
The Grudge runs 1h 32m.
Where can I stream The Grudge?
The Grudge is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Grudge have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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