Cast a Deadly Spell
1991, English. Directed by Martin Campbell.
Bullets! Demons! The end of the world! Can’t hold a man like this!
In a fantastical 1940s where magic is used by everyone, a hard-boiled detective investigates the theft of a mystical tome.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 134 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Cast a Deadly Spell
Cast a Deadly Spell is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Martin CampbellDirector
- Fred WardDet. Harry Philip Lovecraft
- David WarnerAmos Hackshaw
- Julianne MooreConnie Stone
- Clancy BrownHarry Bordon
- Alexandra PowersOlivia Hackshaw
- Charles HallahanDet. Morris Bradbury
- Arnetia WalkerHypolite Kropotkin
- Raymond O'ConnorTugwell
- Peter AllasDet. Otto Grimaldi
- Lee TergesenLarry Willis / Lilly Sirwar
- Becky MullenAmber Peru, Drop Dead Babe
- Ritch BrinkleyOwl Wagon Manager
Details
- Released
- 7 September 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph Dougherty
- Budget
- $6M
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Cast a Deadly Spell: quick answers
What comes after Cast a Deadly Spell?
Next in the series: Witch Hunt (1994).
Is Cast a Deadly Spell worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 134 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cast a Deadly Spell?
Cast a Deadly Spell runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Cast a Deadly Spell have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cast a Deadly Spell. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Cast a Deadly Spell parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cast a Deadly Spell is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cast a Deadly Spell on?
Cast a Deadly Spell is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cast a Deadly Spell?
If you liked Cast a Deadly Spell, try Death of a Unicorn, Army of Darkness, Home Sweet Home: Rebirth.
Who directed Cast a Deadly Spell?
Cast a Deadly Spell (1991) was directed by Martin Campbell and stars Fred Ward, David Warner, Julianne Moore.