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Pet Sematary (1989)

โ€œSometimes dead is better.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 2,467 votes 1h 43m r DramaHorror

#44 of 70 films from 1989 #2463 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Mary Lambert ยท Written by Stephen King

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Overview

After the Creed family's cat is accidentally killed, a friendly neighbor advises its burial in a mysterious nearby cemetery.

Cast

Dale Midkiffas Louis Creed
Fred Gwynneas Jud Crandall
Denise Crosbyas Rachel Creed
Brad Greenquistas Victor Pascow
Michael Lombardas Irwin Goldman
Miko Hughesas Gage Creed
Blaze Berdahlas Ellie Creed
Susan Blommaertas Missy Dandridge
Mara Clarkas Marcy Charlton
Kavi Razas Steve Masterton
Mary Louise Wilsonas Dory Goldman
Andrew Hubatsekas Zelda
Liz Daviesas Girl at Infirmary
Kara Dalkeas Candystriper

Facts

Release dateApril 21, 1989
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) โ€” about the same as the 1989 average of 103 min
GenresDrama, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$11,500,000
Box office$57,500,000 (5.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0098084

More from Mary Lambert

Pet Sematary IIPet Sematary II1992 ยท โ˜… 5.5 ยท 1h 40m

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Questions

How long is Pet Sematary?
Pet Sematary runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is Pet Sematary worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 2,467 votes, which places it #44 of 70 films released in 1989 in this index (top 39%) and #2463 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Pet Sematary?
Pet Sematary was directed by Mary Lambert. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Pet Sematary II (1992).
Who stars in Pet Sematary?
Dale Midkiff as Louis Creed; Fred Gwynne as Jud Crandall; Denise Crosby as Rachel Creed; Brad Greenquist as Victor Pascow; Michael Lombard as Irwin Goldman; Miko Hughes as Gage Creed.
What is Pet Sematary rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Pet Sematary?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/28689.

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