

Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum
2009, English. Directed by David DeCoteau.
Edgar Allan Poe's riveting tale of horror grips the screen again!
Seven students answer an advertisement to participate in an experiment to explore how the sensation of pain can be eliminated. Arriving at a secluded institute, they are welcomed by mysterious scientist JB Divay. Initially, JB's fascination with hypnosis, clocks and cactus plants are dismissed by the group as mere eccentricities. But as the students begin to disappear one by one, they begin to question JB's true intentions.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 24 April 2009
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Simon Savory
- Budget
- $1M
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What Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum is based on
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum is adapted from a short story.
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Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum: quick answers
What should I watch before Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum?
Watch Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven (2007) and Edgar Allan Poe's House of Usher (2008) first.
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How long is Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum?
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum on?
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum?
If you liked Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum, try The Wailer, Blood of the Vampire, The Tingler.
Who directed Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum?
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum (2009) was directed by David DeCoteau and stars Lorielle New, Stephen Hansen, Bart Voitila.
What is Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum based on?
Edgar Allan Poe's The Pit & The Pendulum is adapted from a short story.

