Pay the Ghost (2015) movie poster

Pay the Ghost (2015)

"Evil walks among us."
ThumbScore
👍 60%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 16% (RT: 10%, MC: 23) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

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Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.4/10 (800 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
10%
Metacritic
23
Cast
Nicolas Cage as Mike
Veronica Ferres as Hannah
Lyriq Bent as Jordan
Lauren Beatty as Annie
Kalie Hunter as Ghost Annie
Jack Fulton as Charlie
Stephen McHattie as Blind Man
It's divisive. Only 60% of audiences liked it based on 800 votes. Critics scored it lower at 16%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
One year after his young son disappeared during a Halloween carnival, Mike Cole is haunted by eerie images and terrifying messages he can’t explain. Together with his estranged wife, he will stop at nothing to unravel the mystery and find their son—and, in doing so, he unearths a legend that refuses to remain buried in the past. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Pay the Ghost was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Pay the Ghost was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Uli Edel cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Pay the Ghost is a 2015 horror film directed by Uli Edel. One year after his young son disappeared during a Halloween carnival, Mike Cole is haunted by eerie images and terrifying messages he can’t explain. Together with his estranged wife, he will stop at nothing to unravel the mystery and find their son—and, in doing so, he unearths a legend that refuses to remain buried in the past.

The film has been rated by 800 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Pay the Ghost delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Pay the Ghost (2015) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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