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Q (1982)

โ€œIts name is Quetzalcoatl. Just call it Q. That's all you'll have time to say before it tears you apart!โ€

5.7/10 ยท 501 votes 1h 33m r HorrorCrimeMystery

#39 of 41 films from 1982 #1003 of 1243 in horror

Directed by Larry Cohen ยท Written by Larry Cohen

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Overview

A fleeing gangland flunky discovers the New York nest of Aztec deity Quetzalcoatl, the man-eating flying serpent.

Cast

Michael Moriartyas Jimmy Quinn
Candy Clarkas Joan
David Carradineas Shepard
Richard Roundtreeas Powell
James Dixonas Lt. Murray
Malachy McCourtas Commissioner
Fred J. Scollayas Capt. Fletcher
Peter Hockas Det. Clifford
Ron Ceyas Det. Hoberman
Mary Louise Welleras Mrs. Pauley
Bruce Carradineas The Victim
John Capodiceas Doyle
Tony Pageas Webb
Larkin Fordas Curator

Facts

Release dateSeptember 8, 1982
Runtime93 min (1h 33m) โ€” shorter as the 1982 average of 110 min
GenresHorror, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$1,200,000
IMDbtt0084556

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Questions

How long is Q?
Q runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Is Q worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.7/10 across 501 votes, which places it #39 of 41 films released in 1982 in this index (top 7%) and #1003 among 1243 horror titles.
Who directed Q?
Q was directed by Larry Cohen. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Stuff (1985).
Who stars in Q?
Michael Moriarty as Jimmy Quinn; Candy Clark as Joan; David Carradine as Shepard; Richard Roundtree as Powell; James Dixon as Lt. Murray; Malachy McCourt as Commissioner.
What is Q rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Q?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/44190.

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