Watch ' The Sixth Sense' HD Movie Online Free The Sixth Sense is a 1999 American supernatural thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The film tells the story of Cole Sear , a troubled, isolated boy who is able to see and talk to the dead, and an equally troubled child psychologist who tries to help him. The film established Shyamalan as a writer and director, and introduced the cinema public to his traits, most notably his affinity for surprise endings.Upon release, the film was received well; critics highlighted the performances , its atmosphere, and its surprise twist ending. The film was the second highest grossing film of 1999, I grossing about $293 million domestically and about $379 million internationally. Its worldwide total is $672,806,292. The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. toolbar builder toolbar builder Movie Details: Directed by : M. Night Shyamalan Produced by: Kathleen Kenn