Bloody Birthday
1981, English. Directed by Ed Hunt.
The nightmare begins with the kids next door.
In 1970, three children are born at the height of a total eclipse. Due to the sun and moon blocking Saturn, which controls emotions, they have become heartless killers ten years later, and are able to escape detection because of their youthful and innocent facades. A boy and his teenage sister become endangered when they stumble onto the bloody truth.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.9/10 from 179 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Bloody Birthday
Bloody Birthday isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Ed HuntDirector
- Lori LethinJoyce Russel
- Melinda CordellMrs. Brody
- Julie BrownBeverly Brody
- Susan StrasbergMiss Viola Davis
- José FerrerDoctor
- Joe PennyMr. Harding
- Bert KramerSherriff James Brody
- Elizabeth HoyDebbie Brody
- Billy JayneCurtis Taylor
- K.C. MartelTimmy Russel
- Ben MarleyDuke Benson
- Erica HopeAnnie Smith
Details
- Released
- 28 April 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ed Hunt, Barry Pearson
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Bloody Birthday: quick answers
Is Bloody Birthday worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 179 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bloody Birthday?
Bloody Birthday runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Bloody Birthday have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bloody Birthday. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bloody Birthday parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bloody Birthday is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bloody Birthday on?
Bloody Birthday isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bloody Birthday?
If you liked Bloody Birthday, try The Children, Case 39, Night of the Reaper.
Who directed Bloody Birthday?
Bloody Birthday (1981) was directed by Ed Hunt and stars Lori Lethin, Melinda Cordell, Julie Brown.