---
title: "Delusion"
year: 1981
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/delusion-1981"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 213208
imdb_id: "tt0080607"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "R"
---

# Delusion (1981) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/delusion-1981

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Delusion is a 1981 horror film that runs for one hour and thirty-one minutes. The story follows Meredith Stone, a home care nurse who accepts a position looking after a wealthy invalid named Ivar Langrock. Stone performs her duties within the confines of Langrock's stately country mansion. As she settles into the residence, she begins to suspect that a sinister presence is lurking within the dark halls of the manor. Her investigation leads to the discovery that Ivar has a demented and violent son who has been kept locked away in a hidden room. The situation becomes increasingly dangerous following the arrival of Ivar's grandson, Gabriel, who moves into the house. Shortly after Gabriel joins the household, a mysterious killer begins murdering members of the Langrock family as well as the staff living on the premises. The film was released in the United States on January 23, 1981, and carries a rating of R. Marketing materials for the production describe the setting as Bloodhouse, emphasizing that there is no escape for the characters involved.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Night Flight Plus, Screambox Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alan Beattie
- **Networks / Studios**: Trauma Associates

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Patricia Pearcy** as *Meredith Stone*
- **Joseph Cotten** as *Ivar Langrock*
- **David Hayward** as *Jeffrey Fraser*
- **John Dukakis** as *Gabriel Langrock*
- **Leon Charles** as *Phillip*
- **Alice Nunn** as *Duffy*
- **Patrick Pankhurst** as *Wilfred Langrock*
- **Louis Basile** as *Taxi Driver*
- **Abraham Alvarez** as *Alex*
- **Simone Griffeth** as *Pamela Barton*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Delusion online?
Delusion is currently available to watch or stream on Night Flight Plus, Screambox Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Delusion worth watching?
Delusion holds a community rating of 4.6/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Delusion and when was it released?
Delusion is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Delusion?
Delusion was directed by Alan Beattie.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Delusion — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/213208)
- [Delusion (1981) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080607/fullcredits/)
- [Delusion (1981) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/213208-delusion/cast)
- [Delusion - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delusion)

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