Witchboard

1986·Movie
1h 38min·R
58
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7Metacritic756.0Rotten Tomatoes50%40%

Where to watch

PrimePhiloAMC+The RokuFandango at Home Free

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Witchboard fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Scare6
  • Violence6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Romance4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Mystery and faith and meaning

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Direction5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchPure Escapism

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About

It's more than just a game.

Playing around with a Ouija board, a trio of friends succeeds in contacting the spirit of a young boy. Trouble begins when the evil spirit, Malfeitor, takes over one of their bodies.
80s Supernatural HorrorOuija Board TerrorDemonic PossessionMystery & InvestigationCult Classic CampCreepy AtmosphereSlow-Burn Suspense

Crew

Directed by:
Kevin Tenney, Terence J. Edwards, Judith Vogt
Written by:
Kevin Tenney
Produced by:
Walter Josten, Jeff Geoffray, Ron Mitchell
Composed by:
Margie O'Malley, Lee Haxall, Dennis Michael Tenney

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Witchboard

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Witchboard legally?

PrimePhiloAMC+The RokuFandango at Home FreeShudderPluto TVNight Flight+

Witchboard is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC+, and Shudder in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Witchboard worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Witchboard rated?

RViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Witchboard?

1 h 38 min

Witchboard runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Witchboard?

Critics63
Audiences52

Not quite. Critics rate Witchboard higher (63) than audiences (52). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Witchboard a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$7 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.

What language is Witchboard in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Witchboard?

10AUCAESGBGGIENLNZPTUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Witchboard in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Witchboard use?

Bait-and-SwitchImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceThe RevealOuija BoardDestination DefenestrationManipulative BastardWriting Around Trademarks*Twang* HelloMacGuffin TitleKick the DogArtistic License – HistoryThe End... Or Is It?and 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Witchboard, including Bait-and-Switch, Impaled with Extreme Prejudice, The Reveal.

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