The Scarecrow
1982, English. Directed by Sam Pillsbury.
The same night as a girl is slain in the woods, the teenagers Sam and Les are robbed of all of their hard earned hens. In the quest for their hens they cross the murderer's path.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch The Scarecrow
The Scarecrow is streaming on Philo, AMC+, and Shudder in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sam PillsburyDirector
- Jono SmithNed Poindexter
- Tracy MannPrudence Poindexter
- Daniel McLarenLes Wilson
- John CarradineHubert Salter
- Bruce AllpressUncle Athol
- Philip HolderConstable Ramsbottom
- Stephen TaylorHerbert Poindexter
- Desmond KellyMr. Poindexter
- Anne FlanneryMrs. Poindexter
- Denise O'ConnellAngela Potroz
- Jonathan HardyCharlie Dabney
- Martyn SandersonNed as Adult (voice)
Details
- Released
- 30 April 1982
- Country
- New Zealand
- Written by
- Michael Heath
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The Scarecrow: quick answers
Is The Scarecrow worth watching?
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How long is The Scarecrow?
The Scarecrow runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Scarecrow have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Scarecrow. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Scarecrow parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Scarecrow is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Scarecrow on?
The Scarecrow is streaming on Philo, AMC+, and Shudder in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Scarecrow?
If you liked The Scarecrow, try A Study in Terror, Limbo, The Parts You Lose.
Who directed The Scarecrow?
The Scarecrow (1982) was directed by Sam Pillsbury and stars Jono Smith, Tracy Mann, Daniel McLaren.