The Video Dead 1987
“Look what's buried inside your television.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Robert Scott
- Networks
- Interstate 5 Productions, Highlight Productions, Manson International
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel
What is The Video Dead?
The Video Dead is a 1987 American horror film released direct-to-video. The movie was written and directed by Robert Scott and stars Roxanna Augesen, alongside Rocky Duvall and Michael St.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 6, 1987
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Interstate 5 Productions, Highlight Productions, Manson International
- Genres
- Horror, Comedy, Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.2/10 from 123 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Interstate 5 Productions, Highlight Productions, Manson International
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Overview
The Video Dead is a 1987 American horror film released direct-to-video. The movie was written and directed by Robert Scott and stars Roxanna Augesen, alongside Rocky Duvall and Michael St. Michaels. The film falls into the horror, comedy, and fantasy genres, with a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes. The plot concerns a paranormal television set located on a quiet, tree-lined street. This old television receives a single channel that repeats the same horror film over and over again. This broadcast frees zombies from the grave, allowing them to enter the real world to kill. The film carries an R rating and had a United States release date of November sixth, nineteen eighty-seven.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of horror and comedy 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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Where can I stream or watch The Video Dead online?
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Is The Video Dead worth watching?
The Video Dead holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 123 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Video Dead and when was it released?
The Video Dead is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 1987. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Video Dead?
The Video Dead was directed by Robert Scott.
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