The Stepfather
"He wanted a perfect family in a perfect town. But they couldn't measure up...Neither could the others..."
Originally released in 1987. The Stepfather is a horror/thriller film. directed by Joseph Ruben. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen, and Shelley Hack
Synopsis
Seemingly mild-mannered Henry Morrison has just murdered his entire family. After adopting a new identity and skipping town, he begins building a new relationship with a widow and her teenage daughter. However, he soon begins struggling to hide his true identity and maintain a grip on reality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1987
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (360 votes)
Budget
$1.2M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.5M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,200,000
- Revenue
- $2,488,740
Production Companies
- ITC Entertainment
- New Century Vista Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Stepfather about?
Seemingly mild-mannered Henry Morrison has just murdered his entire family. After adopting a new identity and skipping town, he begins building a new relationship with a widow and her teenage daugh...
Who directed The Stepfather?
The Stepfather was directed by Joseph Ruben.
How long is The Stepfather?
The Stepfather has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Stepfather released?
The Stepfather was released on January 23, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Stepfather?
The main cast of The Stepfather includes Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen, Shelley Hack, Charles Lanyer, Stephen Shellen.
Is The Stepfather worth watching?
The Stepfather has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 360 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.