Paranormal Activity (franchise)

Paranormal Activity is an American supernatural horror franchise consisting of seven films and additional media. Created by Oren Peli, the original film of the same name premiered in 2007 and was widely released in 2009. The latest film, Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin, was released in 2021.

The films are typically based around various families who become haunted by an evil demon known as "Tobi" 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 film received mixed reviews, and the fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh films received generally 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.