Catacombs
“Life After Death After Death...”
Synopsis
In the 17th century, an order of monks in Italy capture and entomb a demon that has possessed a member of their group. 400 years later, school teacher Elizabeth Magrino visits the monastery in order to do some research. What she and the current monks do not realize is that the evil hiding within the catacombs has unwittingly been released.
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Catacombs (1988) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-06-03
Top Cast
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Tim Van Patten
Father John Durham
Ian Abercrombie
Brother Orsini
Jeremy West
Brother Marinus
Laura Schaefer
Elizabeth Magrino
Vernon Dobtcheff
Brother Timothy
Feodor Chaliapin Jr.
Brother Terrel
Mapi Galán
Antonia
Ted Rusoff
Brother Brandt
Brett Porter
Possessed albino
Michael Pasby
Jesus Christ
Nicola Morelli
The Inquisitor
Julian Jenkins
Brother Martino
Leslie Thomas
Brother Agostino
Giordano Falzoni
Brother Callisto
G. Ferretti
Brother Angelo
Ettore Martini
Monk
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 24, 1993
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Schmoeller
- Screenplay & Story
- Giovanni Dimarco, R. Barker Price
- Original Score
- Pino Donaggio
- Original Title
- Catacombs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Empire Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Schmoeller
Giovanni Dimarco, R. Barker Price
Pino Donaggio
Sergio Salvati
Thomas Meshelski
Hope Perello, Charles Band
Department Leadership Roster
David Schmoeller
Director
Giovanni Dimarco
Writer
R. Barker Price
Writer
Hope Perello
Producer
Pino Donaggio
Original Music Composer
Sergio Salvati
Director of Photography
Thomas Meshelski
Editor
Giovanni Natalucci
Production Design
Franco Ukmar
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Catacombs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Catacombs about?
In the 17th century, an order of monks in Italy capture and entomb a demon that has possessed a member of their group. 400 years later, school teacher Elizabeth Magrino visits the monastery in order to do some research. What she and the current monks do not realize is that the evil hiding within the catacombs has unwittingly been released.
Who directed Catacombs?
Catacombs was directed by David Schmoeller.
Who stars in Catacombs?
The principal cast of Catacombs includes Tim Van Patten, Ian Abercrombie, Jeremy West, Laura Schaefer, Vernon Dobtcheff.
When was Catacombs released and how long is it?
Catacombs was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Catacombs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Catacombs was composed by Pino Donaggio.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Catacombs?
Catacombs holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).