MTDb โบ Best of โบ 1981 โบ The Howling
The Howling (1981)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inhabitants may not be what they seem.
Cast
Dee Wallaceas Karen White
Patrick Macneeas Dr. George Waggner
Dennis Duganas Chris
Christopher Stoneas R. William 'Bill' Neill
Belinda Balaskias Terry Fisher
Kevin McCarthyas Fred Francis
John Carradineas Erle Kenton
Slim Pickensas Sam Newfield
Elisabeth Brooksas Marsha Quist
Robert Picardoas Eddie Quist
Margie Impertas Donna
Noble Willinghamas Charlie Barton
James Murtaughas Jerry Warren
Jim McKrellas Lew Landers
Facts
| Release date | January 21, 1981 |
| Runtime | 91 min (1h 31m) โ shorter as the 1981 average of 108 min |
| Genres | Horror |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $1,000,000 |
| Box office | $17,985,893 (18.0ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0082533 |
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Questions
How long is The Howling?
The Howling runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Is The Howling worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 933 votes, which places it #31 of 42 films released in 1981 in this index (top 29%) and #416 among 1243 horror titles.
Who directed The Howling?
The Howling was directed by Joe Dante. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Gremlins (1984), Innerspace (1987), The 'Burbs (1989).
Who stars in The Howling?
Dee Wallace as Karen White; Patrick Macnee as Dr. George Waggner; Dennis Dugan as Chris; Christopher Stone as R. William 'Bill' Neill; Belinda Balaski as Terry Fisher; Kevin McCarthy as Fred Francis.
What is The Howling rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Howling?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/58300.