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The Mothman Prophecies (2002)

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6.2/10 ยท 1,321 votes 1h 59m pg-13 DramaHorrorMystery

#101 of 154 films from 2002 #3199 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Mark Pellington ยท Written by John A. Keel, Richard Hatem

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Overview

Reporter John Klein is plunged into a world of impossible terror when fate draws him to the sleepy West Virginia town of Point Pleasant, whose residents are being visited by a great winged shape that sows hideous nightmares and fevered visions.

Cast

Richard Gereas John Klein
Laura Linneyas Connie Mills
Will Pattonas Gordon Smallwood
Debra Messingas Mary Klein
David Eigenbergas Ed Fleischman
Alan Batesas Alexander Leek
Lucinda Jenneyas Denise Smallwood
Nesbitt Blaisdellas Chief Josh Jarrett
Bill Laingas Indrid Cold
Dan Callahanas C.J.
Yvonne Ericksonas Dr. McElroy
Tom Stoviakas Real Estate Agent
Scott Nunnallyas Orderly
Harris Mackenzieas TV Journalist

Facts

Release dateJanuary 25, 2002
Runtime119 min (1h 59m) โ€” longer as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresDrama, Horror, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$32,000,000
Box office$55,305,279 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0265349

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Questions

How long is The Mothman Prophecies?
The Mothman Prophecies runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Is The Mothman Prophecies worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 1,321 votes, which places it #101 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 35%) and #3199 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Mothman Prophecies?
The Mothman Prophecies was directed by Mark Pellington. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Arlington Road (1999).
Who stars in The Mothman Prophecies?
Richard Gere as John Klein; Laura Linney as Connie Mills; Will Patton as Gordon Smallwood; Debra Messing as Mary Klein; David Eigenberg as Ed Fleischman; Alan Bates as Alexander Leek.
What is The Mothman Prophecies rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Mothman Prophecies?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15205.

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