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House (1985)

โ€œHorror has found a new home.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 640 votes 1h 32m r ComedyFantasyHorror

#59 of 67 films from 1985 #2092 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Steve Miner ยท Written by Ethan Wiley, Fred Dekker

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Overview

A divorced horror novelist coming to terms with the disappearance of his young son inherits an old mansion home to malevolent supernatural residents.

Cast

William Kattas Roger Cobb
George Wendtas Harold Gorton
Richard Mollas Big Ben
Kay Lenzas Sandy Sinclair
Mary Stavinas Tanya
Michael Ensignas Chet Parker
Erik Silveras Jimmy
Mark Silveras Jimmy
Susan Frenchas Aunt Elizabeth
Alan Autryas Cop #3
Steven Williamsas Cop #4
Jim Calvertas Grocery Boy
Mindy Sterlingas Woman in Bookstore
Jayson Kaneas Cheesy Stud

Facts

Release dateDecember 6, 1985
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$3,000,000
Box office$19,444,631 (6.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0091223

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Questions

How long is House?
House runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is House worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 640 votes, which places it #59 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 13%) and #2092 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed House?
House was directed by Steve Miner. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Forever Young (1992), Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), Lake Placid (1999).
Who stars in House?
William Katt as Roger Cobb; George Wendt as Harold Gorton; Richard Moll as Big Ben; Kay Lenz as Sandy Sinclair; Mary Stavin as Tanya; Michael Ensign as Chet Parker.
What is House rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for House?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/101415.

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