The Haunting in Connecticut
“Some things cannot be explained.”
Synopsis
When the Campbell family moves to upstate Connecticut, they soon learn that their charming Victorian home has a disturbing history: not only was the house a transformed funeral parlor where inconceivable acts occurred, but the owner's clairvoyant son Jonah served as a demonic messenger, providing a gateway for spiritual entities to crossover.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Trailer • Published 2008-10-22
Top Cast
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Virginia Madsen
Sara Campbell
Kyle Gallner
Matt Campbell
Martin Donovan
Peter Campbell
Amanda Crew
Wendy
Elias Koteas
Reverend Popescu
Sophi Knight
Mary Campbell
Ty Wood
Billy Campbell
D.W. Brown
Dr. Brooks
John B. Lowe
Mr. Sinclair
Jessica Burleson
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Adriana O'Neil
Chemo Nurse
Will Woytowich
Cop
Erik J. Berg
Jonah
John Bluethner
Ramsey Aickman
James Durham
Matt's Cell Mate
Darren Ross
Paramedic #1
Sarah Constible
Paramedic #2
Blake Taylor
1920's Séance Attendee #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
Imagine Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 27, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 17, 2009
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$10M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$77.6M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
7.76x
+$67.6M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Cornwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Adam Simon, Tim Metcalfe
- Original Score
- Robert J. Kral
- Original Title
- The Haunting in Connecticut
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Budget
- $10M
- Worldwide Gross
- $77.6M
- Production Studios
- Integrated Films, Lionsgate, Gold Circle Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Cornwell
Adam Simon, Tim Metcalfe
Robert J. Kral
Adam Swica
Eric L. Beason, Tom Elkins
Norm Waitt, Andrew Trapani, Steve Whitney, Paul Brooks, Wendy Rhoads
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Cornwell
Director
Andrew Trapani
Producer
Alicia Keywan
Production Design
Meg McMillan
Costume Design
Rick Skene
Stunt Coordinator
Paul Brooks
Producer
Wendy Rhoads
Producer
Eric L. Beason
Editor
Adam Swica
Director of Photography
Robert J. Kral
Original Music Composer
Adam Simon
Writer
Tim Metcalfe
Writer
Daniel Farrands
Producer
Tom Elkins
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Haunting in Connecticut
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What is The Haunting in Connecticut about?
When the Campbell family moves to upstate Connecticut, they soon learn that their charming Victorian home has a disturbing history: not only was the house a transformed funeral parlor where inconceivable acts occurred, but the owner's clairvoyant son Jonah served as a demonic messenger, providing a gateway for spiritual entities to crossover.
Who directed The Haunting in Connecticut?
The Haunting in Connecticut was directed by Peter Cornwell.
Who stars in The Haunting in Connecticut?
The principal cast of The Haunting in Connecticut includes Virginia Madsen, Kyle Gallner, Martin Donovan, Amanda Crew, Elias Koteas.
When was The Haunting in Connecticut released and how long is it?
The Haunting in Connecticut was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What was the box office and production budget of The Haunting in Connecticut?
The Haunting in Connecticut had a reported production budget of $10M and grossed $77.6M at the worldwide box office (7.76 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for The Haunting in Connecticut?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Haunting in Connecticut was composed by Robert J. Kral.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Haunting in Connecticut?
The Haunting in Connecticut holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).