The Fan
1981, English. Directed by Ed Bianchi.
The final act is murder.
A record store clerk is an obsessed fan of an actress of stage and screen. However, when faced with rejection, the fan strikes out in increasingly violent ways.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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5.8/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Fan
The Fan isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Ed BianchiDirector
- Lauren BacallSally Ross
- James GarnerJake Berman
- Maureen StapletonBelle Goldman
- Héctor ElizondoPolice Inspector Raphael Andrews
- Michael BiehnDouglas Breen
- Anna Maria HorsfordEmily Stolz
- Kurt JohnsonDavid Branum
- Feiga MartinezElsa
- Reed JonesChoreographer
- Kaiulani LeeDouglas' Sister
- Charles BlackwellJohn Vetta
- Dwight SchultzDirector
Details
- Released
- 15 May 1981
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Priscilla Chapman, John Hartwell
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $3.1M
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The Fan: quick answers
Is The Fan worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Fan?
The Fan runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Fan have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Fan. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Fan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Fan is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Fan on?
The Fan isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fan?
If you liked The Fan, try Werewolf: The Beast Among Us, The Return, Intruders.
Who directed The Fan?
The Fan (1981) was directed by Ed Bianchi and stars Lauren Bacall, James Garner, Maureen Stapleton.