Scared to Death 1980
“Is it alien, or was it once human?”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Director
- William Malone
- Network
- Malone Productions Ltd.
- Where to Stream
- Cultpix
What is Scared to Death?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Scared to Death" (1980). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 1, 1980
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Malone Productions Ltd.
- Budget
- $74,000
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.1/10 from 36 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Malone Productions Ltd.
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Scared to Death" (1980).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraint 1: Write ONLY verifiable facts explicitly supported by the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: Never invent/guess titles, names, dates, etc.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraint 4: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 5: Word count must be between 150 and 190 words.
Constraint 6: Use ONLY facts present in the provided material.
Title: Scared to Death
Year: 1980
Release Date (US): 03/01/1980
Rating: R
Genre: Science Fiction and Horror
Runtime: 1h 33m
Characters: Inspector Capell, cop-turned-novelist Lonergan.
Plot: A series of hideous murders is happening. Investigation reveals the murders are the work of an out-of-control experiment in genetic engineering. The two men must descend into the city's sewer systems to destroy the horrific miscreation. The creature is looking for its next victims.
Tagline: Is it alien, or was it once human?
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): Scared to Death is a 1980 science
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“A gripping exploration of science fiction and horror 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 Scared to Death worth watching?
Scared to Death holds a community rating of 4.1/10 based on 36 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction, Horror for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Scared to Death and when was it released?
Scared to Death is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 1980. Release status: Released.
Who directed Scared to Death?
Scared to Death was directed by William Malone.
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