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Bad Dreams

"When Cynthia wakes up, she'll wish she were dead..."

April 8, 1988 1h 26m 5.6/10 (104 votes)

Originally released in 1988. Bad Dreams is a horror/thriller film. directed by Andrew Fleming. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jennifer Rubin, Bruce Abbott, and Richard Lynch

Synopsis

Unity Field, a "free love" cult from the '70s, is mostly remembered for its notorious mass suicide led by Harris, its charismatic leader. While all members are supposed to burn in a fire together, young Cynthia is spared by chance. Years later, the nightmare of Unity Field remains buried in her mind. But when those around Cynthia start killing themselves, and she begins having visions of Harris, she may be forced to confront the past -- before it confronts her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 8, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (104 votes)
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Budget $4M Production budget
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Box Office $9.8M 2.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$9,797,098

Production Companies

  • No Frills Film
  • 20th Century Fox

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bad Dreams about?

Unity Field, a "free love" cult from the '70s, is mostly remembered for its notorious mass suicide led by Harris, its charismatic leader. While all members are supposed to burn in a fire together, ...

Who directed Bad Dreams?

Bad Dreams was directed by Andrew Fleming.

How long is Bad Dreams?

Bad Dreams has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Bad Dreams released?

Bad Dreams was released on April 8, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bad Dreams?

The main cast of Bad Dreams includes Jennifer Rubin, Bruce Abbott, Richard Lynch, Dean Cameron, Harris Yulin.

Is Bad Dreams worth watching?

Bad Dreams has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 104 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.