What is H.P. Lovecraft: The Shadow Out of Time?
H.P. Lovecraft: The Shadow Out of Time is a film first released in 1975.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1975
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1975
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction, TV Movie
- Updated
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H.P. Lovecraft: The Shadow Out of Time is a film first released in 1975. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction, TV Movie.
Should you watch it?
“A professor awakens with missing years and haunting dreams that challenge his reality”
- Adaptation of a classic Lovecraft tale
- Atmospheric horror tone
- Explores memory and identity
- Only 50 minutes long, limiting narrative depth
Watch it if you enjoy brief, mood-driven Lovecraft adaptations that probe forgotten memories.
The film includes unsettling dream imagery and themes of amnesia, best suited for mature viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the film based on H.P. Lovecraft's work?
Yes, it is based on Lovecraft's story 'The Shadow Out of Time'.
What is the runtime?
The movie runs approximately 50 minutes.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as horror and science-fiction.
Was it released in theaters?
It was released as a television movie.
Do I need to read the original story to follow the film?
No, the film presents its own narrative without requiring prior knowledge of the story.