Ju-on: The Grudge Movie (2002): Where to watch and stream online

Ju-on: The Grudge

2002, Movie, 1h 32min

A cursed house—where years earlier a woman, her son, and cat were murdered—has some seriously spooky surprises in store for all who pass through its door. When social worker Rika (Megumi Okina) is sent to check in on the current residents, she finds herself the latest victim in a self-perpetuating cycle of terror and revenge. Along with films like RING, this supernatural slice of J-horror became an international smash hit (and spawned an American remake) thanks to its indelibly freaky images and nerve-jangling jolts.

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Reviews

Critic Kim Newman

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...as a sustained collection of scare moments, it's a winner.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Marc Savlov

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...at the forefront of a new wave of Asian horror films that rely on giddily escalating atmosphere to impart their undeniable frissons of fear.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Frederik Asschenfeldt Vandrup

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...snup en tur i mørket til 'Ju-On: Forbandelsen', hvis du er til gys i kortfilmsformat og med en umiskendelig smag af den japanske åndeverden...

Read full review at Cinemazone

Frequently asked questions

What is Ju-on: The Grudge about? Toggle content

Ju-On: The Grudge is a horrifying tale of vengeful spirits that haunt a house where a brutal murder took place. The film follows Rika, a social worker, who is sent to care for an elderly woman living in the house. Rika soon discovers a mysterious boy, Toshio, who is being haunted by his mother's ghost, Kayako. As more people enter the house, they become consumed by the curse, including Rika, who is terrorized by Kayako and her son's vengeful spirits. The film is based on the famous Japanese Legend of the Ju-On, and it explores the idea of a cursed house that haunts anyone who enters. The story is full of suspense and terrifying moments, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. With its unique storyline and horrifying scenes, Ju-On: The Grudge has become a cult classic in the horror genre, and it continues to terrify audiences to this day.

Where can I stream Ju-on: The Grudge? Toggle content

You can stream Ju-on: The Grudge on: Fandango at Home

What movies are similar to Ju-on: The Grudge? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Ju-on: The Grudge include Final Destination, Jeepers Creepers, Dead Silence, Cup of My Blood, Hostel: Part II, House on Haunted Hill.

When was Ju-on: The Grudge released in theaters? Toggle content

Ju-on: The Grudge was released in theaters on April 2, 2004.