Night of the Demon 1980
“An evil mutation embarks on a wave of brutal butchery.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Director
- Jim West
- Network
- Aldan Company
- Where to Stream
- Eternal Family, Troma NOW, Bloodstream
What is Night of the Demon?
Topic: Film "Night of the Demon" (1980). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 4, 1980
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Aldan Company
- Budget
- $70,000
- Genres
- Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 69 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Aldan Company
Where to watch in United States
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Topic: Film "Night of the Demon" (1980).
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[1] TMDB: Release date 02/04/1980 (US), Genre: Horror, Runtime: 1h 36m, Rating: R. Synopsis: "An anthropology professor and his students attempt to track down a Bigfoot responsible for a rash of violent murders, only to uncover something even more sinister." Also mentions "An evil mutation embarks on a wave of brutal butchery."
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[3] TMDB: Same synopsis as [1].
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Title: Night of the Demon
Year: 1980
Release Date: February 4, 1980 (US)
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 1 hour 36 minutes
Rating: R
Plot: An anthropology
Should you watch it?
“An anthropology professor and his students hunt a murderous Bigfoot, only to discover a more sinister threat.”
- A classic creature feature premise involving an academic investigation
- Features a blend of Bigfoot lore and sinister horror elements
- Directed by James C. Wasson with a cast including Michael Cutt and Joy Allen
- The film is a low-budget production that may not meet modern standards for visual effects
Watch it if you enjoy 1980s independent horror films featuring creature-based mystery and academic protagonists.
The film contains depictions of violent butchery and maintains a tone consistent with 1980s horror cinema.
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Is Night of the Demon available to stream?
Availability varies by region and platform; you should check your local streaming services for current listings.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of 1980s independent horror and creature features who appreciate classic genre tropes.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes.
Does the film have essential episodes to watch?
No, this is a feature-length film and does not have an episodic structure.
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