Night of Terror
Synopsis
In an attempt to inherit his wife's money to further his research into brain surgery and lobotomy, a doctor attempts to gaslight her into madness in an effort to have her killed on the operating table. However, a past victim of his is not so far behind and attempts to guide the woman from beyond the grave into uncovering the truth. This film was later recut as "Escape from the Insane Asylum", with footage from "Frozen Scream" inserted at various points.
Top Cast
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Renee Harmon
Chris Nilsen
Frank Neuhaus
Seymour Harper
Henry Lewis
Alex Nilsen
Lynn Whitmire
Ellen Harper
Lauren Brent
Becky
Arline Sprecht
Celeste
Steven Neuhardt
Paul
James Lewis
Charlie
Jan Vanderberg
Attorney
Marian Wayne
Nurse Flannigan
Ivan Corda
Tony
Joni Barnes
Vicky
Graham Galloway
Joe
Tania Anatole
Shrimpy
Noel Stron
Elaine
Susette Andres
Inez
Cindy Polsky
Teenager
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Felix Girard
- Screenplay & Story
- Renee Harmon
- Original Title
- Night of Terror
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Video Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Felix Girard
Renee Harmon
Renee Harmon
Department Leadership Roster
Renee Harmon
Writer
Felix Girard
Director
Renee Harmon
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Night of Terror
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What is Night of Terror about?
In an attempt to inherit his wife's money to further his research into brain surgery and lobotomy, a doctor attempts to gaslight her into madness in an effort to have her killed on the operating table. However, a past victim of his is not so far behind and attempts to guide the woman from beyond the grave into uncovering the truth. This film was later recut as "Escape from the Insane Asylum", with footage from "Frozen Scream" inserted at various points.
Who directed Night of Terror?
Night of Terror was directed by Felix Girard.
Who stars in Night of Terror?
The principal cast of Night of Terror includes Renee Harmon, Frank Neuhaus, Henry Lewis, Lynn Whitmire, Lauren Brent.
When was Night of Terror released and how long is it?
Night of Terror was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Night of Terror?
Night of Terror holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).