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Sinister

6.920121h 50m14AMovieHorrorThrillerMystery

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows…

DirectorScott Derrickson
WritersC. Robert Cargill·Scott Derrickson
ProducersScott Derrickson·Charles Layton

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Cast · Directed by Scott Derrickson

EHEthan Hawke
Ethan Hawke
Ellison Oswalt
JRJuliet Rylance
Juliet Rylance
Tracy Oswalt
VDVincent D'Onofrio
Vincent D'Onofrio
Professor Jonas
JRJames Ransone
James Ransone
Deputy
FTFred Thompson
Fred Thompson
Sheriff
CFClare Foley
Clare Foley
Ashley Oswalt
MDMichael Hall D'Addario
Michael Hall D'Addario
Trevor Oswalt
VLVictoria Leigh
Victoria Leigh
Stephanie Stevenson
BMBlake Mizrahi
Blake Mizrahi
Christopher Miller
COCameron Ocasio
Cameron Ocasio
BBQ Son / Killer
DKDanielle Kotch
Danielle Kotch
Lawn Girl
EHEthan Haberfield
Ethan Haberfield
Pool Party Boy

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Sinister — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sinister?

Sinister is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Crave and AMC+ in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sinister on Netflix?

No, Sinister is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Crave.

Is Sinister on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Sinister is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Sinister for free?

Sinister is available on Amazon Prime Video and Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Sinister?

Yes — Sinister is followed by Sinister 2 (2015) in the Sinister Collection.

Is there a prequel to Sinister?

Sinister is the first film in the Sinister Collection.

Is Sinister part of a trilogy?

No — Sinister is part of the Sinister Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Sinister Collection?

There are 2 films in the Sinister Collection: Sinister (2012) and Sinister 2 (2015).