Saturday the 14th
1981, English. Directed by Howard R. Cohen.
Just when you thought it was safe to look at the calendar again.
After his family moves to a new house, a young boy discovers a mysterious book that details a curse hanging over the date of Saturday the 14th. Opening the book releases a band of monsters into the house and the family must join together to save themselves and their neighborhood.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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- Released
- 30 October 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Howard R. Cohen, Jeff Begun
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Saturday the 14th: quick answers
What comes after Saturday the 14th?
Next in the series: Saturday the 14th Strikes Back (1988).
Is Saturday the 14th worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 116 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Saturday the 14th?
Saturday the 14th runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does Saturday the 14th have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Saturday the 14th. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Saturday the 14th parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Saturday the 14th is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Saturday the 14th on?
Saturday the 14th isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Saturday the 14th?
If you liked Saturday the 14th, try Death Becomes Her, Dave Made a Maze, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Who directed Saturday the 14th?
Saturday the 14th (1981) was directed by Howard R. Cohen and stars Richard Benjamin, Paula Prentiss, Jeffrey Tambor.