The Grudge
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) | Release Date: October 22, 2004
3.5
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 272 Ratings
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supermann234Dec 9, 2014
The Grudge is an extremely scary and creepy horror movie. This is probably one of the scariest horror movies. It also has a good plot. Like many horror movies, it has one weak point-bad endings.
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RogerSmith97Feb 21, 2011
The Best Horror Movie EVER!!!
Sarah Michelle Gellar Shines In This Movie As Karen Davis...
I Have To Admit I Have Never Gotten So Scared At A Horror Movie (I Watch Them ALL The Time) Makeup On The Grudge Is Very Good, And The Acting IsThe Best Horror Movie EVER!!!
Sarah Michelle Gellar Shines In This Movie As Karen Davis...
I Have To Admit I Have Never Gotten So Scared At A Horror Movie (I Watch Them ALL The Time) Makeup On The Grudge Is Very Good, And The Acting Is Wonderful!! :)
This Couldnt Be A More Perfect Horror Movie!… Expand
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7
ThingummyblobAug 9, 2014
Firstly, because I am a child, I found this movie quite complicated. It was very dark, sinister and basically messed up... But I liked this film. The grudge girl scared me, there are not many jumpy parts, just one or two. Again, there are oneFirstly, because I am a child, I found this movie quite complicated. It was very dark, sinister and basically messed up... But I liked this film. The grudge girl scared me, there are not many jumpy parts, just one or two. Again, there are one or two gory parts. This film is not for everyone, but it was good. And if you are trying to get this question answered, "Is the Grudge scary?" Yes, for some people it is.… Expand
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10
AlexaR.Mar 1, 2007
Scary!
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10
Javito13OApr 26, 2009
The best horror film EVER. Sarah Michelle Gellar was incredible here and Kayako and Toshio actors too. Simply AWESOME.
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SarahoDec 30, 2007
AMAZING MOVIE I loved it so much I'm only 11 years old it was one of the best movies I have seen in my life! ITS downright creepy!
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billrullerFeb 24, 2012
I think I've said this to every website except this one, I AM TERRIFIED of this movie. I get nightmares of Kayako making those belching noises so close to my ear, I was scared to death to open my eyes. I have no idea why people hate thisI think I've said this to every website except this one, I AM TERRIFIED of this movie. I get nightmares of Kayako making those belching noises so close to my ear, I was scared to death to open my eyes. I have no idea why people hate this movie. Of course they always say "It's not scary b/c it's not realistic." But hears what I ask them, "Well what if it is? How frightening would it be to see something like THAT come after you. She wouldn't stop chasing you until she kills you. Also, she will appear anywhere, your sheets on the bed, in your closet, mirror, hoody, THERE IS NO ESCAPE!" and then they never answer that b/c they would be scared. A lot of people say The Ring is scarier...I don't understand how though. The Ring only had 1 terrifying scene, but the rest of the movie was dialogue. It shouldn't be compared to this! The only thing I didn't like about this movie are the sequels, THAT'S IT! I don't care what people will say, this IS a terrifying movie whether you like it or not.… Expand
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SarahMichelleNov 18, 2013
Sarah Michelle Gellar Gives a powerful performance while the rest of the cast is so so. Starts out great with creepy story telling and very good scares. Similar to the ring. At times it may feel confusing. The ending was too long it JustSarah Michelle Gellar Gives a powerful performance while the rest of the cast is so so. Starts out great with creepy story telling and very good scares. Similar to the ring. At times it may feel confusing. The ending was too long it Just really Needed to end by that point. Otherwise a great movie for tweens. (7/10).… Expand
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horcrux2007Dec 9, 2014
I was really impressed by this one. It had some creepy imagery and atmosphere, and the scares were executed so well and effectively. The story was also interesting as well as the film's backstory, and the nonlinear storyline was executedI was really impressed by this one. It had some creepy imagery and atmosphere, and the scares were executed so well and effectively. The story was also interesting as well as the film's backstory, and the nonlinear storyline was executed better than the original because it was more coherent. As a whole, it was much better than the original. The Grudge is one of my favorite movie remakes along with The Fly, The Thing, The Ring, and Evil Dead.… Expand
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DougG.Sep 6, 2005
This is one of the most frightening, creepy, horror movies I have seen. I'm a horror movie fan and have seen plenty of them. This really ranks up there with the best of all time. The flashbacks are a bit confusing - finally figured This is one of the most frightening, creepy, horror movies I have seen. I'm a horror movie fan and have seen plenty of them. This really ranks up there with the best of all time. The flashbacks are a bit confusing - finally figured everything out after watching it the 2nd time. The amazing thing is I was even freaked out when I knew what was going to happen. Had a friend over to watch it with me the 3rd time. She was so scared, I had to go to her apt. to look in her closets and under her bed after the movie. She slept with the lights on that night. Not sure why it's getting poor reviews from some folks - maybe sometimes you aren't in the right frame of mind. Try watching it alone in the dark. Honestly can't figure out why Roger Ebert gave it a 25% rating. I'd like to see a list of all his horror movies that he's rated higher than this. He couldn't be more off the mark.… Expand
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10
AxelL.Mar 1, 2007
I don't know why some people are so unappreaciative of horror movies these days, this movie is one of the best I have seen!!! A successful remake of Ju-on.
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10
ChrisJan 17, 2007
I really like this movie. It was scary, disturbing and that noise that Kayako made was downright creepy. Everyone should see it.
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DouglasHOct 22, 2004
Scarriest Movie I have ever seen.
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BrandonWApr 22, 2008
It's funny how some of you said, "It's a pathetic attempt to copy The Ring" when this film is actually a remake of the orginal Ju-On. The Ring was a pathetic remake compared to this masterful remake. Get your facts straight.
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Meth-dudeMay 29, 2017
For an American re-imagining of a Japanese classic, it wasn't bad at all. The acting was good, there were some creepy parts and the movie was well made. Sure, it was predictable, some of the characters decisions were stupid and the movieFor an American re-imagining of a Japanese classic, it wasn't bad at all. The acting was good, there were some creepy parts and the movie was well made. Sure, it was predictable, some of the characters decisions were stupid and the movie relied heavily on jump scares, but all in all, it isn't a bad movie at all.… Expand
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youlouzJan 25, 2015
This was a great horror movie, but needs some work. These people have mastered jump scaring and outright creepiness. However, the plot really needs to be worked on. And animal abuse, c'mon seriously? Their element of surprise was perfect however.
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joshua11Jan 9, 2015
The only reason why this movie was good, is because Sara Michelle Gellar is in it. To me, The Grudge was the most unnecessary J-Horror remake, with 50% scares, and 50% When is it over yet?
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8
FilipeNetoJun 25, 2018
This movie is the Western remake of a Japanese horror film based on the idea that a powerful curse appears in a place where someone full of rage dies violently, and that curse can destroy everything around. This is what happened in a certainThis movie is the Western remake of a Japanese horror film based on the idea that a powerful curse appears in a place where someone full of rage dies violently, and that curse can destroy everything around. This is what happened in a certain house in a residential neighborhood of Tokyo, where there are mysterious deaths happening. After a visit, the young American Karen Davis begins to feel haunted and will research the history of the house, in search of a way to ward off the evil that pursues her. Directed by Takashi Shimizu, this film is different from almost everything I've seen in horror: what frightens us is the depth of the permanent tension felt throughout the film. Okay, I've never seen the original so I cannot see how close it is, but it did not fail to impress me. The script is good, the story is interesting and make me remember of "The Ring", with all the focus on investigating that dark history. Sarah Michelle Gellar is the protagonist, but she does not make a particularly interesting performance, like none of the actors. Despite this, it's a worth watching horror movie.… Expand
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NoahMorrison766May 19, 2019
Creeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeepy and woahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
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VinieNov 19, 2019
best horror movie ever classic grade ten i was very freaked out when watching the very first time very good.
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8
Sosmooth1982Dec 24, 2022
Love this movie when it first came out. Ended being the best one out of the series. This movie really freaked me out the first time.
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8
JLauSep 27, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Americans, with seemingly no genuine reason to be in Japan in the first place, move into a house where a murdered, white face-painted wife, her son and his cat open their mouths and make weird noises.… Expand
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8
HellHoleHorrorAug 21, 2023
It looked good. Lots of smooth movement and effective visual effects. Really good use of bass and surround. Very involving but a little predictable. This wasn't a suspense classic like Alien (1979) or The Descent (2005) but it was a reallyIt looked good. Lots of smooth movement and effective visual effects. Really good use of bass and surround. Very involving but a little predictable. This wasn't a suspense classic like Alien (1979) or The Descent (2005) but it was a really jumpy and intense ride. It won't leave you haunted but it will leave you scared. There is a middle section where they give all the story and this slows the pace a little but other than that it really is quite creepy. A rollercoaster of a scary film taking you from one thrill to another. Easily my favourite in the series as there is only so many times you can watch the same film and this one is the pinnacle.… Expand
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jonathan1818Feb 13, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplemente cuando era niño se convirtió en una de mis películas de terror favoritas.… Expand
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