Possessed
Synopsis
An 11 year old boy starts throwing temper tantrums, vomiting on and attacking people, and swearing uncontrollably. Furniture begins to move on its own when he is around, and he doesn't remember any of it. After giving up on the protestants, the boy's parents turn to the catholic church for help. Father Bowden is a WWII veteran who is experiencing nightmares, flashbacks and other personal problems, including alcoholism. He is recruited by the archbishop to perform a series of exorcisms. This is the apparent true account of the last exorcism known to have been done by the catholic church.
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Possessed Vom Teufel besessen (2000) - trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-11-28
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Timothy Dalton
Fr. Willam Bowden
Henry Czerny
Fr. Raymond McBride
Jonathan Malen
Robbie Mannheim
Michael Rhoades
Karl Mannheim
Shannon Lawson
Phyllis Mannheim
Christopher Plummer
Archbishop Hume
Michael McLachlan
Halloran
Richard Waugh
Reverend Eckhardt
Deborah Drakeford
Mrs. Eckhardt
Piper Laurie
Aunt Hanna
Brad Borbridge
German Soldier
Rob Tinkler
American Soldier
Scott Wickware
Racist Cop
Jefferson Mappin
Big Prisoner
Nicholas Pasco
Jail Cop
Sally Cahill
Robbie's Teacher
Galen Dineen
School Bully
Jamie Kerr
School Bully Larry
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steven E. de Souza
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Lazarou, Steven E. de Souza
- Original Score
- John Frizzell
- Original Title
- Possessed
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Flashpoint, MainTitle Pictures, Prosperity Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steven E. de Souza
Michael Lazarou, Steven E. de Souza, Thomas B. Allen
John Frizzell
Edward J. Pei
Department Leadership Roster
Steven E. de Souza
Director
Michael Lazarou
Screenplay
Steven E. de Souza
Screenplay
Edward J. Pei
Director of Photography
John Frizzell
Original Music Composer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Possessed about?
An 11 year old boy starts throwing temper tantrums, vomiting on and attacking people, and swearing uncontrollably. Furniture begins to move on its own when he is around, and he doesn't remember any of it. After giving up on the protestants, the boy's parents turn to the catholic church for help. Father Bowden is a WWII veteran who is experiencing nightmares, flashbacks and other personal problems, including alcoholism. He is recruited by the archbishop to perform a series of exorcisms. This is the apparent true account of the last exorcism known to have been done by the catholic church.
Who directed Possessed?
Possessed was directed by Steven E. de Souza.
Who stars in Possessed?
The principal cast of Possessed includes Timothy Dalton, Henry Czerny, Jonathan Malen, Michael Rhoades, Shannon Lawson.
When was Possessed released and how long is it?
Possessed was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Possessed?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Possessed was composed by John Frizzell.
Is Possessed based on a book or true story?
Possessed is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Thomas B. Allen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Possessed?
Possessed holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).