Many reviewers felt the remake was unnecessary and lacked the "freshness" of the original. It currently holds a 34% score on Rotten Tomatoes .
The story follows the Bowen family, who move into a new suburban home after the father, Eric, is laid off. Strange occurrences begin almost immediately, involving electronic devices and creepy clown dolls. The situation escalates when their youngest daughter, , is abducted by vengeful spirits through a portal in her bedroom closet. To rescue her, the family enlists the help of paranormal researchers and a television personality specialized in the occult. Key Cast and Crew Director: Gil Kenan (known for Monster House ). Producer: Sam Raimi (creator of the Evil Dead franchise). Starring: Sam Rockwell as Eric Bowen. Rosemarie DeWitt as Amy Bowen. Jared Harris as Carrigan Burke, the occult specialist. Kennedi Clements as Madison Bowen. Kyle Catlett as Griffin Bowen. Critical Reception Poltergeist 2015 - 93 min Horror • Thriller
Despite the critical response, it was a moderate financial success, grossing over $95 million worldwide against a $35 million budget. Poltergeist (2015) - Full cast & crew - IMDb Many reviewers felt the remake was unnecessary and
The film incorporates 21st-century technology, such as drones and smartphones, to interact with the supernatural elements. Key Cast and Crew Director: Gil Kenan (known
The 2015 remake of the classic 1982 horror film modernizes the original story while maintaining its core premise. Directed by Gil Kenan and produced by Sam Raimi , the film has a running time of approximately 93 minutes. Plot Summary
The film received mixed to negative reviews, often being compared unfavorably to the 1982 original.