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Encounter with the Unknown

"An incredible journey into the supernatural."

November 15, 1972 1h 30m 3.9/10 (17 votes)

Originally released in 1972. Encounter with the Unknown is a horror/mystery film. directed by Harry Thomason.

Starring Rod Serling, Robert Ginnaven, and Gary Brockette

Synopsis

Three eerie tales based on actual events are enacted in this film. First, three college students play a prank on a geeky classmate, who is accidentally shot and killed. His vengeful mother forecasts the deaths of the three young men she holds responsible, on 7, 14, and 21 days hence. And, one by one, her grim predictions come true. Next, a ghoulish sound emanates from a mist-shrouded hole in the Earth near where a Missouri boy has lost his dog. The boy's father is lowered into the hole and lets out an agonizing scream! Finally, a senator returning home from a party finds a lost girl on a bridge and learns from her father that she died years earlier

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 15, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 3.9/10 Mixed (17 votes)
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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

Production Companies

  • Centronics International

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Encounter with the Unknown about?

Three eerie tales based on actual events are enacted in this film. First, three college students play a prank on a geeky classmate, who is accidentally shot and killed. His vengeful mother forecast...

Who directed Encounter with the Unknown?

Encounter with the Unknown was directed by Harry Thomason.

How long is Encounter with the Unknown?

Encounter with the Unknown has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Encounter with the Unknown released?

Encounter with the Unknown was released on November 15, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Encounter with the Unknown?

The main cast of Encounter with the Unknown includes Rod Serling, Robert Ginnaven, Gary Brockette, John Leslie, Fran Franklin.