The Howling
1981, English. Directed by Joe Dante.
Imagine your worst fear a reality.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 941 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Joe DanteDirector
- Dee WallaceKaren White
- Patrick MacneeDr. George Waggner
- Dennis DuganChris
- Christopher StoneR. William 'Bill' Neill
- Belinda BalaskiTerry Fisher
- Kevin McCarthyFred Francis
- John CarradineErle Kenton
- Slim PickensSam Newfield
- Elisabeth BrooksMarsha Quist
- Robert PicardoEddie Quist
- Margie ImpertDonna
- Noble WillinghamCharlie Barton
Details
- Released
- 21 January 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Sayles, Terence H. Winkless
- Budget
- $1M
- Box office
- $18M
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The Howling: quick answers
Is The Howling worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 941 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Howling?
The Howling runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Howling have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Howling. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Howling suitable for kids?
The Howling is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like The Howling?
If you liked The Howling, try Never Let Go, Wolfen, Sleepwalkers.
Who directed The Howling?
The Howling (1981) was directed by Joe Dante and stars Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, Dennis Dugan.