The Astral Factor
1978, English. Directed by John Florea & Gene Fowler Jr. & Arthur C. Pierce.
What You Can't See...Can Kill You!
Demonstrating that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, a convicted strangler studies the paranormal and finds a way to render himself invisible. Once he escapes, he sets out to find and eliminate five women who remind him of the mother he murdered. A police lieutenant sets out to safeguard them and bring the invisible killer to justice.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Astral Factor
The Astral Factor isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
Free
ArtiflixAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- John FloreaDirector
- Gene Fowler Jr.Director
- Arthur C. PierceDirector
- Robert FoxworthLt. Charles Barrett
- Stefanie PowersCandy Barrett
- Sue LyonDarlene DeLong
- Mark SladeDetective Holt
- Leslie ParrishColleen Hudson
- Marianna HillBambi Greer
- Elke SommerChris Hartman
- Percy RodriguezCaptain Wells
- Alex DreierDr. Ulmer
- Rayford BarnesSgt. Archer
- Frederick TullyDetective Sloan
- Frank AshmoreRoger Sands - The Invisible Strangler
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Arthur C. Pierce
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
What The Astral Factor is based on
The Astral Factor is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
If you liked The Astral Factor
The Invisible Man
1933 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Dead Zone
1983 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Return of Doctor X
1939 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Circle
2015 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Medusa Touch
1978 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Asphyx
1972 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Poker Night
2014 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Flash
1990 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Soylent Green
1973 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Twice-Told Tales
1963 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Astral Factor: quick answers
Is The Astral Factor worth watching?
The Astral Factor doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Astral Factor?
The Astral Factor runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does The Astral Factor have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Astral Factor. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Astral Factor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Astral Factor is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Astral Factor on?
The Astral Factor isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Astral Factor?
If you liked The Astral Factor, try The Invisible Man, The Dead Zone, The Return of Doctor X.
Who directed The Astral Factor?
The Astral Factor (1978) was directed by John Florea and Gene Fowler Jr. and Arthur C. Pierce and stars Robert Foxworth, Stefanie Powers, Sue Lyon.
What is The Astral Factor based on?
The Astral Factor is adapted from a novel.