The Dead Zone 1983
“In his mind, he has the power to see the future. In his hands, he has the power to change it.”
What is The Dead Zone?
The Dead Zone is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Thriller, Horror, Science Fiction.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 21, 1983
- Studios
- The De Laurentiis Company, Lorimar Motion Pictures
- Genres
- Thriller, Horror, Science Fiction
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Overview
The Dead Zone is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Thriller, Horror, Science Fiction. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A teacher awakens from coma with a terrifying psychic gift.”
- Explores the burden of seeing others' futures
- Merges thriller tension with sci‑fi premise
- Features a compelling central performance
- Pacing may feel measured for action‑focused viewers
- Horror elements are subtle rather than graphic
Watch it if you enjoy moody sci‑fi thrillers about reluctant psychic powers.
Its dark, suspenseful tone and horror elements make it suited for mature audiences.
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What is the main character's profession?
He is a schoolteacher.
How does he gain his abilities?
After a car crash leaves him in a coma for five years, he awakens with the power to see into the past, present and future of anyone he touches.
What genres describe the film?
It blends thriller, horror and science‑fiction elements.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about one hour and forty‑three minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on October 21, 1983.