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The Hidden (1987)

โ€œIt's only human on the outside...โ€

6.9/10 ยท 517 votes 1h 37m r ActionThrillerHorrorScience-fiction

#30 of 59 films from 1987 #748 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jack Sholder ยท Written by Jim Kouf

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Overview

When average, law-abiding citizens suddenly turn to a life of hedonistic behavior and violent crime, Detective Tom Beck is tasked with helping young FBI agent Lloyd Gallagher determine the cause.

Cast

Kyle MacLachlanas Lloyd Gallagher
Michael Nourias Tom Beck
Claudia Christianas Brenda Lee Van Buren
Clarence Felderas Lt. John Masterson
Clu Gulageras Lt. Ed Flynn
Ed O'Rossas Cliff Willis
William Boyettas Jonathan Miller
Richard Brooksas Sanchez
Larry Cedaras Brem
Katherine Cannonas Barbara Beck
John McCannas Senator Holt
Chris Mulkeyas Jack DeVries
Lin Shayeas Carol Miller
James Luisias Ferrari Salesman

Facts

Release dateOctober 30, 1987
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) โ€” about the same as the 1987 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$5,000,000
Box office$9,747,988 (1.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0093185

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Questions

How long is The Hidden?
The Hidden runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is The Hidden worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 517 votes, which places it #30 of 59 films released in 1987 in this index (top 51%) and #748 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Hidden?
The Hidden was directed by Jack Sholder. Other well-rated titles by the same director: A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985).
Who stars in The Hidden?
Kyle MacLachlan as Lloyd Gallagher; Michael Nouri as Tom Beck; Claudia Christian as Brenda Lee Van Buren; Clarence Felder as Lt. John Masterson; Clu Gulager as Lt. Ed Flynn; Ed O'Ross as Cliff Willis.
What is The Hidden rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Hidden?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/41651.

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