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Where to watch The Gate(1987)

Movie · 1987 · 1h 26m · Horror, Fantasy

In the United States, The Gate is available to stream on Prime Video. It's also free on The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

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Where to stream The Gate

Availability in United States

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Free

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  • KanopyKanopy
  • HooplaHoopla
  • YouTube FreeYouTube Free
  • PlexPlex
  • Plex ChannelPlex Channel
  • Tubi TVTubi TV
  • Amazon MX PlayerAmazon MX Player

Rent

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  • Apple TVApple TV
  • Google PlayGoogle Play
  • YouTubeYouTube
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Buy

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Data updated on October 9, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.

The Gate plot summary

Pray it's not too late.

Three young children accidentally release a horde of nasty, pint-sized demons from a hole in a suburban backyard. What follows is a classic battle between good and evil as the three kids struggle to overcome a nightmarish hell that is literally taking over the Earth.

Details

Release date
April 21, 1987
Runtime
1h 26m
Genres
Horror, Fantasy
Directed by
Tibor Takács
Country
Canada
TMDB rating
6.1 / 10 · 441 votes

The Gate trailer

Cast

  • Stephen DorffStephen DorffGlen
  • Christa DentonChrista DentonAl
  • Louis TrippLouis TrippTerrence "Terry" Chandler
  • Kelly RowanKelly RowanLori Lee
  • Jennifer IrwinJennifer IrwinLinda Lee
  • Deborah GroverDeborah GroverMom
  • Ingrid VeningerIngrid VeningerPaula
  • Linda GoransonLinda GoransonTerry's Mom
  • Scot DentonDad
  • Sean FaganEric

FAQ

Where can I watch The Gate?

In the United States, The Gate is available to stream on Prime Video. It's also free on The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

Can I rent or buy The Gate?

Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

How long is The Gate?

The Gate runs 1h 26m (86 minutes).

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