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An American Haunting 2005

★ 5.5523 votes83 min📅 2005-05-05

"Possession Knows No Bounds"

Courtney Solomon's *An American Haunting (2005)* plunges viewers into a chilling 19th-century nightmare where an unseen force terrifies a family living in the shadows of dread.

Director: Courtney Solomon

Cast

Donald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
John Bell
Sissy Spacek
Sissy Spacek
Lucy Bell
Rachel Hurd-Wood
Rachel Hurd-Wood
Betsy Bell
James D'Arcy
James D'Arcy
Richard Powell
Matthew Marsh
Matthew Marsh
James Johnston
Thom Fell
John Bell Jr.
Zoe Thorne
Zoe Thorne
Theny Thorn
Gaye Brown
Gaye Brown
Kathe Batts
Sam Alexander
Sam Alexander
Joshua Gardner
Miquel Brown
Miquel Brown
Chloe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is An American Haunting (2005) about?

The film follows a 19th-century family tormented by an invisible entity that escalates from eerie disturbances to life-threatening violence. As fear grips the household, long-hidden family traumas resurface, blurring the line between supernatural horror and human guilt. The story is loosely based on a rare historical case where a spirit's actions allegedly led to a man's death.

Who directed An American Haunting?

Courtney Solomon directed *An American Haunting* and brings a steady, atmospheric touch to the supernatural thriller.

Who stars in An American Haunting?

The film features a powerhouse cast including Donald Sutherland, Sissy Spacek, Rachel Hurd-Wood, James D'Arcy, and Matthew Marsh.

Is An American Haunting (2005) worth watching?

If you crave slow-burn horror with historical depth and strong performances, *An American Haunting (2005)* delivers. The film's blend of psychological tension and ghostly terror makes it a compelling watch for horror fans, though its intense atmosphere may not appeal to all viewers.

How long is An American Haunting?

The movie has a runtime of 83 minutes.

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About An American Haunting (2005) — The Chilling True Story of a Family's Supernatural Nightmare

Courtney Solomon's *An American Haunting (2005)* plunges viewers into a chilling 19th-century nightmare where an unseen force terrifies a family living in the shadows of dread. As the entity's presence grows more violent, long-buried family secrets rise to the surface, revealing a haunting that defies explanation. Blending historical horror with psychological tension, the film draws inspiration from the only documented U.S. case where a spirit's torment directly led to a man's death. With Donald Sutherland and Sissy Spacek anchoring the cast, the movie crafts an atmosphere thick with dread, where every creaking floorboard and whispered plea could be the prelude to something far worse.

The story unfolds like a slow-burn ghost story, where the terror isn't just in the jump scares but in the creeping realization that the supernatural is intertwined with human guilt. Solomon's direction heightens the mystery, making *An American Haunting (2005)* a standout in the horror-thriller genre—a film that lingers long after the credits roll.