The Dunwich Horror
"A few years ago in Dunwich a half-witted girl bore illegitimate twins. One of them was almost human!"
Originally released in 1970. The Dunwich Horror is a horror film. directed by Daniel Haller. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sandra Dee, Dean Stockwell, and Ed Begley
Synopsis
Dr. Henry Armitage, an expert in the occult, goes to the old Whateley manor in Dunwich looking for Nancy Wagner, a student who went missing the previous night. He is turned away by Wilbur, the family's insidious heir, who has plans for the young girl. But Armitage won't be deterred. Through conversations with the locals, he soon unearths the Whateleys' darkest secret — as well as a great evil.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 14, 1970
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (117 votes)
Box Office
$446.4K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sandra Dee
as Nancy Wagner
Dean Stockwell
as Wilbur Whateley
Ed Begley
as Dr. Henry Armitage
Lloyd Bochner
as Dr. Cory
Sam Jaffe
as Old Whateley
Joanne Moore Jordan
as Lavinia Whateley
Donna Baccala
as Elizabeth Hamilton
Talia Shire
as Nurse Cora
Michael Fox
as Dr. Raskin
Jason Wingreen
as Sheriff Harrison
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $446,400
Production Companies
- American International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dunwich Horror about?
Dr. Henry Armitage, an expert in the occult, goes to the old Whateley manor in Dunwich looking for Nancy Wagner, a student who went missing the previous night. He is turned away by Wilbur, the fami...
Who directed The Dunwich Horror?
The Dunwich Horror was directed by Daniel Haller.
How long is The Dunwich Horror?
The Dunwich Horror has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Dunwich Horror released?
The Dunwich Horror was released on January 14, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Dunwich Horror?
The main cast of The Dunwich Horror includes Sandra Dee, Dean Stockwell, Ed Begley, Lloyd Bochner, Sam Jaffe.
Is The Dunwich Horror worth watching?
The Dunwich Horror has a user rating of 5.3/10 based on 117 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.