The Beast Must Die 1974
“One of these eight people will turn into a werewolf. Can you guess who it is when we stop the film for the WEREWOLF BREAK? See it ... solve it ... but don't tell!”
What is The Beast Must Die?
The Beast Must Die is a horror and mystery film released in the United States on April 1, 1974. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and holds a PG rating.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1974
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Amicus Productions, British Lion Films
- Genres
- Horror, Mystery
- Updated
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The Beast Must Die is a horror and mystery film released in the United States on April 1, 1974. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and holds a PG rating. The screenplay for the film was written by Michael Winder, and it was based on the 1950 short story titled There Shall Be No Darkness by James Blish, which was originally published in Thrilling Wonder Stories. The plot centers on a wealthy big game hunter named Tom Newcliffe, who has tracked and killed practically every type of animal in the world, though one creature still evades him, which is the biggest game of all: a werewolf. The story presents a mystery where one of eight people will turn into a werewolf, challenging viewers to guess who it is when the film stops. Additional characters involved in the story include Dr. Christopher Lundgren and Arthur Bennington.
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“A gripping exploration of horror and mystery 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 The Beast Must Die worth watching?
The Beast Must Die holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 90 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Mystery for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Beast Must Die and when was it released?
The Beast Must Die is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 1974. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Beast Must Die?
The Beast Must Die was directed by Paul Annett.
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