The Howling
"Imagine your worst fear a reality."
Originally released in 1981. The Howling is a horror film. directed by Joe Dante.
Starring Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, and Dennis Dugan
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (858 votes)
Budget
$1M
Production budget
Box Office
$18M
18.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
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
John Carradine
as Erle Kenton
Slim Pickens
as Sam Newfield
Elisabeth Brooks
as Marsha Quist
Robert Picardo
as Eddie Quist
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,000,000
- Revenue
- $17,985,893
Production Companies
- AVCO Embassy Pictures
- International Film Investors
- Wescom Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Howling about?
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.
Who directed The Howling?
The Howling was directed by Joe Dante.
How long is The Howling?
The Howling has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Howling released?
The Howling was released on January 21, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Howling?
The main cast of The Howling includes Dee Wallace, Patrick Macnee, Dennis Dugan, Christopher Stone, Belinda Balaski.
Is The Howling worth watching?
The Howling has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 858 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.