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NR198826mUnited States of America

Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists

Synopsis

Poltergeists examines just what it is that goes bump in the night. Hear eyewitness tales of the mischievous, malevolent spirits, which are believed to make strange noises, move objects, and produce abnormal odors. Video highlights include actual footage of a haunting in progress.

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

January 1, 1988

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Graeme Whifler, Glenn Kirschbaum
Screenplay & Story
Erik Nelson
Original Title
Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
26m
Production Studios
Capital Cities/ABC Video Enterprises

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Graeme Whifler, Glenn Kirschbaum

Screenplay & Story

Erik Nelson

Director of Photography

Bruce Olinder

Film Editing

Jonathan Moser

Producers

Craig Haffner, Erik Nelson

Department Leadership Roster

Erik Nelson

Erik Nelson

Writer

Erik Nelson

Erik Nelson

Producer

Graeme Whifler

Graeme Whifler

Director

Bruce Olinder

Director of Photography

Jonathan Moser

Editor

Glenn Kirschbaum

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists about?

Poltergeists examines just what it is that goes bump in the night. Hear eyewitness tales of the mischievous, malevolent spirits, which are believed to make strange noises, move objects, and produce abnormal odors. Video highlights include actual footage of a haunting in progress.

Who directed Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists?

Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists was directed by Graeme Whifler, Glenn Kirschbaum.

Who stars in Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists?

The principal cast of Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists includes Edward Mulhare.

When was Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists released and how long is it?

Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 26m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists?

Secrets of the Unknown: Poltergeists holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).