The Dead Zone
1983, English. Directed by David Cronenberg.
In his mind, he has the power to see the future. In his hands, he has the power to change it.
Johnny Smith is a schoolteacher with his whole life ahead of him but, after leaving his fiancee's home one night, is involved in a car crash which leaves him in a coma for 5 years. When he wakes, he discovers he has an ability to see into the past, present and future life of anyone with whom he comes into physical contact.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- David CronenbergDirector
- Christopher WalkenJohnny Smith
- Brooke AdamsSarah Bracknell
- Tom SkerrittSheriff Bannerman
- Herbert LomDr. Sam Weizak
- Anthony ZerbeRoger Stuart
- Colleen DewhurstHenrietta Dodd
- Martin SheenGreg Stillson
- Nicholas CampbellFrank Dodd
- Sean SullivanHerb Smith
- Jackie BurroughsVera Smith
- Géza KovácsSonny Elliman
- Roberta WeissAlma Frechette
Details
- Released
- 21 October 1983
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
- Written by
- Jeffrey Boam
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $21M
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The Dead Zone: quick answers
Is The Dead Zone worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,941 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does The Dead Zone have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Dead Zone. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Dead Zone suitable for kids?
The Dead Zone is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel.
What movies are like The Dead Zone?
If you liked The Dead Zone, try The Resurrected, Die Alone, Containment.
Who directed The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone (1983) was directed by David Cronenberg and stars Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt.