The Night Stalker
"A real horror story…"
Originally released in 1972. The Night Stalker is a mystery/horror film. directed by John Llewellyn Moxey. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Darren McGavin, Carol Lynley, and Simon Oakland
Synopsis
Wisecracking reporter Carl Kolchak investigates a string of murders in Las Vegas and suspects the culprit is a vampire. His editor thinks he's crazy and the police think he's a nuisance, so Kolchak takes matters into his own hands.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 11, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (128 votes)
Budget
$450K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Darren McGavin
as Carl Kolchak
Carol Lynley
as Gail Foster
Simon Oakland
as Tony Vincenzo
Ralph Meeker
as Bernie Jenks
Claude Akins
as Sheriff Warren A. Butcher
Charles McGraw
as Police Chief Ed Masterson
Kent Smith
as District Attorney Tom Paine
Elisha Cook Jr.
as Mickey Crawford
Stanley Adams
as Fred Hurley
Larry Linville
as Dr. Robert Makurji
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $450,000
Production Companies
- ABC Circle Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Night Stalker about?
Wisecracking reporter Carl Kolchak investigates a string of murders in Las Vegas and suspects the culprit is a vampire. His editor thinks he's crazy and the police think he's a nuisance, so Kolchak...
Who directed The Night Stalker?
The Night Stalker was directed by John Llewellyn Moxey.
How long is The Night Stalker?
The Night Stalker has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Night Stalker released?
The Night Stalker was released on January 11, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Night Stalker?
The main cast of The Night Stalker includes Darren McGavin, Carol Lynley, Simon Oakland, Ralph Meeker, Claude Akins.
Is The Night Stalker worth watching?
The Night Stalker has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 128 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.