Videodrome
"First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body."
Originally released in 1983. Videodrome is a horror/science fiction film. directed by David Cronenberg. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring James Woods, Debbie Harry, and Sonja Smits
Synopsis
As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 4, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (2,385 votes)
Budget
$6M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.1M
0.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,952,000
- Revenue
- $2,120,439
Production Companies
- Guardian Trust Company
- Filmplan International
- Canadian Film Development Corporation
- Famous Players
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Videodrome about?
As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, M...
Who directed Videodrome?
Videodrome was directed by David Cronenberg.
How long is Videodrome?
Videodrome has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Videodrome released?
Videodrome was released on February 4, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Videodrome?
The main cast of Videodrome includes James Woods, Debbie Harry, Sonja Smits, Peter Dvorsky, Leslie Carlson.
Is Videodrome worth watching?
Videodrome has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 2,385 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.