Paranormal Activity (film series)
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Paranormal Activity is an American supernatural horror franchise consisting of seven films and additional media. Created by Oren Peli, the original film premiered in 2007 and was widely released in 2009.
Paranormal Activity | |
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Created by | Oren Peli |
Original work | Paranormal Activity |
Owner | Blumhouse Paramount Global |
Years | 2007–2021 |
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The films are typically based around various families who become haunted by the demon Asmodeus "Tobi" of the Book of Tobit, that stalks, terrifies and ultimately murders several members of the family and other bystanders during the course of the films. The series makes use of production cameras set up as security cameras or other recording devices in an attempt to present the films as found footage.
The series has received overall mixed reviews across all films. The first and third films received generally positive critical reception, the second and fifth films received more mixed reviews, and the fourth, sixth and seventh received mostly negative reviews. The series was financially successful, making strong profits based on return on investment. The series as a whole has grossed over thirty times the overall budget.
A seventh mainline installment, titled Next of Kin, was released on October 29, 2021 to the Paramount+ streaming service.