The Manitou
1978, English. Directed by William Girdler.
Evil does not die… It waits to be re-born!
A psychic's girlfriend finds out that a lump on her back is a growing reincarnation of a 400 year-old demonic Native American spirit.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- William GirdlerDirector
- Tony CurtisHarry Erskine
- Michael AnsaraJohn Singing Rock
- Susan StrasbergKaren Tandy
- Stella StevensAmelia Crusoe
- Jon CedarDr. Jack Hughes
- Ann SothernMrs. Karmann
- Burgess MeredithDr. Snow
- Paul ManteeDr. McEvoy
- Jeanette NolanMrs. Winconis
- Lurene TuttleMrs. Herz
- Hugh CorcoranMacArthur
- Anne Newman Bacal10th-Floor Nurse
Details
- Released
- 28 April 1978
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- William Girdler, Thomas Pope, Jon Cedar
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What The Manitou is based on
The Manitou is based on The Manitou, a 1975 novel by Graham Masterton.
Novel · 1975
The Manitou
By Graham Masterton
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The Manitou: quick answers
Is The Manitou worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 72 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Manitou?
The Manitou runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Manitou have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Manitou. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Manitou parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Manitou is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Manitou on?
The Manitou isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Manitou?
If you liked The Manitou, try The Asphyx, Twice-Told Tales, The Dead Zone.
Who directed The Manitou?
The Manitou (1978) was directed by William Girdler and stars Tony Curtis, Michael Ansara, Susan Strasberg.
What is The Manitou based on?
The Manitou is based on The Manitou, a 1975 novel by Graham Masterton.