Saturday the 14th
“Just when you thought it was safe to look at the calendar again.”
Synopsis
After his family moves to a new house, a young boy discovers a mysterious book that details a curse hanging over the date of Saturday the 14th. Opening the book releases a band of monsters into the house and the family must join together to save themselves and their neighborhood.
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Saturday The 14th (1981) - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-12-21
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Richard Benjamin
John
Paula Prentiss
Mary
Jeffrey Tambor
Waldemar
Severn Darden
Van Helsing
Kari Michaelsen
Debbie
Kevin Brando
Billy
Rosemary DeCamp
Aunt Lucille
Carole Androsky
Marge
Roberta Collins
Cousin Rhonda
Stacy Keach Sr.
Attorney
Allen Joseph
Uncle Bert
Nancy Lee Andrews
Yolanda
Paul 'Mousie' Garner
The Major
Annie O'Donnell
Annette Muldowney
Thomas Newman
Cousin Phil
Craig Coulter
Deliveryperson
Renee Braswell
Stuntperson
Elizabeth Charlton Davey
French Maid
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 30, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard R. Cohen
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard R. Cohen
- Original Score
- Parmer Fuller
- Original Title
- Saturday the 14th
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- New World Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard R. Cohen
Howard R. Cohen, Jeff Begun
Parmer Fuller
Daniel Lacambre
Joanne D'Antonio, Kent Beyda
Julie Corman
Department Leadership Roster
Joanne D'Antonio
Editor
Daniel Lacambre
Director of Photography
Kent Beyda
Editor
Parmer Fuller
Original Music Composer
Julie Corman
Producer
Howard R. Cohen
Screenplay
Howard R. Cohen
Director
Arlene Alen
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saturday the 14th
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What is Saturday the 14th about?
After his family moves to a new house, a young boy discovers a mysterious book that details a curse hanging over the date of Saturday the 14th. Opening the book releases a band of monsters into the house and the family must join together to save themselves and their neighborhood.
Who directed Saturday the 14th?
Saturday the 14th was directed by Howard R. Cohen.
Who stars in Saturday the 14th?
The principal cast of Saturday the 14th includes Richard Benjamin, Paula Prentiss, Jeffrey Tambor, Severn Darden, Kari Michaelsen.
When was Saturday the 14th released and how long is it?
Saturday the 14th was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Saturday the 14th?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Saturday the 14th was composed by Parmer Fuller.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Saturday the 14th?
Saturday the 14th holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).