Headhunter 1989
“Black Magic. Pure Terror.”
What is Headhunter?
Headhunter is a 1989 horror and thriller film directed by Frank Schaeffer. The production features a cast that includes Wayne Crawford, Kay Lenz, and Steve Kanaly.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 1, 1989
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- South Africa, United States of America
- Studios
- Gibraltar Entertainment, Turkey Films
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.1/10 from 27 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~92 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Gibraltar Entertainment, Turkey Films
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Headhunter is a 1989 horror and thriller film directed by Frank Schaeffer. The production features a cast that includes Wayne Crawford, Kay Lenz, and Steve Kanaly. The story follows a Miami police officer who discovers that his wife is involved in a relationship with a female lover. Following this revelation, the officer begins staying on the couch of his female partner. While the protagonist navigates these personal difficulties, a voodoo demon arrives in Miami from Africa. This supernatural entity emerges within the city's Nigerian community and begins to terrorize the area. The demon carries out a series of violent acts, which include decapitating individuals and possessing others. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes and received an R rating. It was released in the United States on October 1, 1989. The film is categorized under the genres of horror and thriller, with promotional material describing the work as featuring black magic and pure terror.
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“A gripping exploration of horror and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Headhunter worth watching?
Headhunter holds a community rating of 4.1/10 based on 27 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Headhunter and when was it released?
Headhunter is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1989. Release status: Released.
Who directed Headhunter?
Headhunter was directed by Frank Schaeffer.
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