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The Sixth Sense (1999): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Sixth Sense is a 1999 drama thriller directed by M. Night Shyamalan, starring Haley Joel Osment and Bruce Willis. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $672.8 million worldwide on a $40 million budget. It won 2 awards from 15 nominations, among them 6 Oscar nominations. Critics gave it 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.3/10.

IMDb rating
3.3/10
worldwide gross
$672.8M
awards won
2
Metascore
64
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The Sixth Sense (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
M. Night Shyamalan
Genres
Drama , Mystery , Thriller
Original language
English
Studio
Buena Vista Pictures
Budget
$40M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is The Sixth Sense About?

The premise of The Sixth Sense without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A troubled child psychologist, Dr. Malcolm Crowe, begins treating eight-year-old Cole Sear, who claims to see dead people. As Cole struggles with this frightening ability and the disturbing visions it brings, he seeks help from Malcolm. Their sessions explore the nature of Cole's gift and the impact it has on his life, leading them both on a complex journey to uncover a profound truth and confront a shared despair.

The Sixth Sense Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Sixth Sense Cast

Haley Joel Osment leads the cast, with Bruce Willis. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan.

Ratings

The Sixth Sense Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Sixth Sense 64 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.3/10.

Plot

The Sixth Sense Plot Summary

What happens in The Sixth Sense from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the heart of Philadelphia, child psychologist Malcolm Crowe grapples with a haunting reminder of his past failures when Vincent Grey, a former patient, violently intrudes upon his life. This encounter leaves Malcolm confronting a wave of devastation and despair that echoes a fateful night he cannot forget. His emotional turmoil intensifies as he begins to work with Cole Sear, a vulnerable nine-year-old child who bears a striking resemblance to the troubled Vincent.

As Malcolm Crowe digs deeper into Cole’s inner world, he is engulfed by guilt over his inability to help Vincent, all while his marriage to Anna hangs by a thread. Their bond, once strong, has now turned cold, with Anna struggling to navigate the repercussions of their shared trauma.

Full summary

The whole story of The Sixth Sense, scene by scene

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Box office

The Sixth Sense Box Office & Budget

The Sixth Sense grossed $672.8 million worldwide on a $40 million budget, 17 times what it cost. $293.5 million came from the US and Canada and $379.3 million (56%) from the rest of the world.

1999 box office

Worldwide gross

$672.8M

17× its budget

US & Canada
$293.5M
International
$379.3M
Budget
$40M
US & Canada 44% Rest of the world 56%
Awards

The Sixth Sense Awards & Nominations

The Sixth Sense won 2 awards from 15 nominations, among them 6 Oscar nominations.

2 wins15 nominations7 ceremonies

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Videos

The Sixth Sense Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Sixth Sense.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Sixth Sense?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

The Sixth Sense Also Known As

48 alternative titles, including “حس ششم” and “الحاسة السادسة”.

Also known as
  • حس ششم
  • الحاسة السادسة
  • Shikkusu sensu
  • Šesto čulo
  • The Sixth Sense - Der sechste Sinn
  • Shoste vidchuttya
  • El sexto sentido (The Sixth Sense)
  • Shesto chuvstvo
  • I Ékti Aísthisi
  • Shestoye chuvstvo
  • 灵异第六感
  • The Sixth Sense (1999)
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  • Sixième sens
  • Le Sixième sens
  • 鬼眼
  • Kuues Meel
  • The Sixth Sense - Il sesto senso
  • 第六感
  • Sexto Sentido
  • O Sexto Sentido
  • The 6th Sense
  • El sexto sentido
  • Altıncı His
  • Шестое чувство
  • Szósty zmysł
  • Hatodik érzék
  • Kuudes aisti
  • Sjätte sinnet
  • Den sjette sans
  • Шесто чуло
  • Šestý smysl
  • Η Έκτη Αίσθηση
  • シックス・センス
  • Al șaselea simț
  • החוש השישי
  • 식스 센스
  • Шесто чувство
  • Шосте відчуття
  • 靈異第六感
  • Šesti čut
  • Šeštasis pojūtis
  • Šiesty zmysel
  • El sisè sentit
  • Kuues meel, მეკვესე ბერძნობა
  • Giác Quan Thứ Sáu
  • Oltinchi his
  • ซิกซ์เซ้นส์...สัมผัสสยอง
  • الحاسَّةُ السَّادسة

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FAQ

The Sixth Sense FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Sixth Sense, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Sixth Sense?

The Sixth Sense runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was The Sixth Sense released?

The Sixth Sense was released on August 6, 1999.

Who directed The Sixth Sense?

The Sixth Sense was directed by M. Night Shyamalan.

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Who is in the cast of The Sixth Sense?

The Sixth Sense stars Haley Joel Osment and Bruce Willis.

How much did The Sixth Sense make at the box office?

The Sixth Sense grossed $672.8 million worldwide ($293.5 million domestic, $379.3 million international) on a budget of $40 million.

How is The Sixth Sense rated?

The Sixth Sense has 3.3/10 on IMDb, 64 on Metacritic and 80% on TMDB.

What awards did The Sixth Sense win?

The Sixth Sense won 2 awards from 15 nominations, including Best Performance by a Younger Actor/Actress at the Saturn Awards 2000.

Does The Sixth Sense have a post-credit scene?

Yes. The Sixth Sense has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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