Frightmare
"What terrifying craving made her kill... and kill... and kill..."
Originally released in 1974. Frightmare is a horror/thriller film. directed by Pete Walker. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rupert Davies, Sheila Keith, and Deborah Fairfax
Synopsis
In 1957, Dorothy and Edmund Yates were committed to an institution for the criminally insane, she for acts of murder and cannibalism and he for covering up her crimes. Fifteen years later, they are pronounced fit for society and released. However, in Dorothy's case the doctors may have jumped the gun a bit. Edmund and eldest daughter, Jackie, try to discover just how far Mother's bloodlust has taken her. Meanwhile, youngest daughter Debbie begins to explore the crazy roots of her family tree as fully as possible.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 5, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (69 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Peter Walker (Heritage) Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frightmare about?
In 1957, Dorothy and Edmund Yates were committed to an institution for the criminally insane, she for acts of murder and cannibalism and he for covering up her crimes. Fifteen years later, they are...
Who directed Frightmare?
Frightmare was directed by Pete Walker.
How long is Frightmare?
Frightmare has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Frightmare released?
Frightmare was released on November 5, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Frightmare?
The main cast of Frightmare includes Rupert Davies, Sheila Keith, Deborah Fairfax, Paul Greenwood, Kim Butcher.