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The Sixth Sense

Play trailer 2:16 Poster for The Sixth Sense PG-13 Released Aug 6, 1999 1h 47m Mystery & Thriller Play Trailer Watchlist
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Young Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment) is haunted by a dark secret: he is visited by ghosts. Cole is frightened by visitations from those with unresolved problems who appear from the shadows. He is too afraid to tell anyone about his anguish, except child psychologist Dr. Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis). As Dr. Crowe tries to uncover the truth about Cole's supernatural abilities, the consequences for client and therapist are a jolt that awakens them both to something unexplainable.
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M Night Shayamalan's The Sixth Sense is a twisty ghost story with all the style of a classical Hollywood picture, but all the chills of a modern horror flick.

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Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times A film that left an indelible footprint on the popular culture, a film that remains one of my favorite titles of the 1990s in any genre... Aug 9, 2024 Full Review Joshua Rothkopf In These Times At root, his films are patient vindications of crazy faiths, of ghosts and comic book heroes. Loneliness is his theme, and when blessed with courageous performers, as in The Sixth Sense, he can take us just about anywhere. Mar 16, 2020 Full Review Stephen Hunter Washington Post You leave slightly asquirm. You know it will linger. It becomes a clammy, chilly movie building toward a revelation that you cannot predict. As I say: I cannot tell you. You'd hate me if I did. I can only say, don't look now, but look sometime. Oct 7, 2014 Full Review Brian Bisesi Horror Movie Club Podcast All these years later, The Sixth Sense still holds up as an all around great film. The film powerfully portrays the emotional journeys of three separate characters without short-changing any of their stories. Rated: 5/5 Mar 5, 2025 Full Review Douglas Davidson Elements of Madness The film remains a strong and engaging tale, one worthy of its reputation and a rewatch. But this release is not worth the upgrade. Oct 20, 2024 Full Review Noah Berlatsky Splice Today The film’s an extended exercise in flattering the fooled viewer for being a viewer and for being fooled. Aug 5, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Caleb W This Movie is Masterpiece Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/05/25 Full Review Edward W. Great movie, great performance and great writing. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/04/25 Full Review jose D My overall impression about the film “the sixth sense” was such a good film. The director M. Night Shyamalan and his cast Bruce Willis, Haley Joel, Osment, Toni Collette did such a great job acting for this thriller film. The plot of this film is that there is a kid named Cole, Cole sees ghosts and asks Dr. Malcom to help him with his problem. A major theme in this film is the acceptance and resolution, concerning death and unfinished business. Several elements working together to enchance the theme like the pacing and structure this film paces well allowing the audience to piece the mystery together. The main character Dr. Malcom struggles either personal guilt with not being able to help one of his old patients and try’s not to do what he did to his current patient Cole. Cole struggles with fear and his ability to see ghosts these ghost could hurt Cole, Cole seeks help from Dr. Malcom. This Film keeps the audience engaged by having such a suspenseful atmosphere and how it uses shadows, eerie sounds effect and the unsettling imagery. “The sixth sense” is a psychological thriller with its suspenseful atmosphere and how the shocking plot twist making it a great experience. If you enjoy films that explore complex emotions you should definitely watch this film a film you won’t forget about. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/29/25 Full Review jonathan m "The Sixth Sense," directed by M. Night Shyamalan, is a supernatural thriller that masterfully blends suspense with emotional depth. The film stars Bruce Willis as a child psychologist who tries to help a young person who claims to see dead people. The plot revolves around the psychologist's journey to understand and assist the child, all while dealing with his own personal struggles. The film's genre is a blend of thriller and drama, with a touch of the supernatural. A major theme in "The Sixth Sense" is the exploration of grief and acceptance. The film enhances this theme through its use of haunting music, subtle acting, and clever cinematography. The main characters struggle with their past traumas and the challenges of the present. The thrilling aspect of the film lies in its suspenseful storytelling and the gradual unveiling of the truth, keeping the audience engaged until the very end. In conclusion, "The Sixth Sense" is a well-crafted film that offers a unique viewing experience. The film's quality is undeniable, with its compelling story and memorable performances. I highly recommend watching "The Sixth Sense" because it is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/29/25 Full Review Fergie R The movie “The Sixth Sense” by M. Night Shyamalan is a thriller movie that had me on the edge of my seat. In this thriller the young boy Cole (Haley Joel Osment) has a secret he sees ghosts that talk to him and seek help from him but he doesn’t know how to help them until his psychologist Dr. Malcolm helps Cole by having Cole tell Dr. Malcolm his secret. The techniques in this film were great, the acting was on point and amazing. The music and camera movements also keep you hooked. If you love thriller or horror movies “The Sixth Sense” is the perfect film to watch that will have you thrilled. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/29/25 Full Review Alexander C. The Sixth Sense is less thrill and more heartthrob. Its characters have depth and are intrinsically lovable. Where it lacks in impetus is gains in quality; the acting, cinematography, writing, and twists make this a true classic. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/27/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Young Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment) is haunted by a dark secret: he is visited by ghosts. Cole is frightened by visitations from those with unresolved problems who appear from the shadows. He is too afraid to tell anyone about his anguish, except child psychologist Dr. Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis). As Dr. Crowe tries to uncover the truth about Cole's supernatural abilities, the consequences for client and therapist are a jolt that awakens them both to something unexplainable.
Director
M. Night Shyamalan
Producer
Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Barry Mendel
Screenwriter
M. Night Shyamalan
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Hollywood Pictures, Spyglass Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Violent Imagery|Intense Thematic Material)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 6, 1999, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$293.5M
Runtime
1h 47m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, SDDS, Surround, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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