Don't Go in the Woods
1981, English. Directed by James Bryan.
Everyone has nightmares about the ugliest way to die.
Four friends take a weekend camping trip in the mountains of Utah, where a homicidal woodsman begins murdering tourists.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 5 September 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Garth Eliassen
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Don't Go in the Woods: quick answers
Is Don't Go in the Woods worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.1/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Don't Go in the Woods?
Don't Go in the Woods runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does Don't Go in the Woods have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Don't Go in the Woods. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Don't Go in the Woods parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Don't Go in the Woods is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Don't Go in the Woods on?
Don't Go in the Woods isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Don't Go in the Woods?
If you liked Don't Go in the Woods, try Sleepaway Camp, The Burning, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.
Who directed Don't Go in the Woods?
Don't Go in the Woods (1981) was directed by James Bryan and stars Jack McClelland, Mary Gail Artz, James P. Hayden.