The Howling (1981)
The Howling is a 1981 horror movie directed by Joe Dante, with a running time of 1h 31m. It stars Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee and Dennis Dugan.
After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inhabitants may not be what they seem.
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What is The Howling about?
After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inhabitants may not be what they seem.
When was The Howling released?
The Howling was released on 21 January 1981.
How long is The Howling?
The Howling runs 1h 31m.
Who made The Howling?
The Howling was directed by Joe Dante.
Where can I watch The Howling?
The Howling is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads.
Where to watch The Howling
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
Watch free: Kanopy
Watch free with ads: Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV
Cast
- Dee Wallace as Karen White
- Patrick Macnee as Dr. George Waggner
- Dennis Dugan as Chris
- Christopher Stone as R. William 'Bill' Neill
- Belinda Balaski as Terry Fisher
- Kevin McCarthy as Fred Francis
- John Carradine as Erle Kenton
- Slim Pickens as Sam Newfield
- Elisabeth Brooks as Marsha Quist
- Robert Picardo as Eddie Quist
- Margie Impert as Donna
- Noble Willingham as Charlie Barton
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