Mind Games
“The one game you should never play.”
Synopsis
To save their marriage, Rita and Dana Lund set off on a family camping trip through California. At a campsite they meet a hitch-hiker, Eric, who befriends their son. Against Rita's wishes, Dana takes asks him to tag along with them, not knowing that he's a brutal psychopath.
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Mind Games (1989) - Trailer
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 3, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Yari
- Screenplay & Story
- Kenneth Dorward
- Original Score
- David Richard Campbell
- Original Title
- Mind Games
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Persik Productions, MTA, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Yari
Kenneth Dorward
David Richard Campbell
Arnie Sirlin
Mary Apick, William J. Immerman, Bob Yari
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Yari
Director
Kenneth Dorward
Writer
Arnie Sirlin
Editor
Del Adey-Jones
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Mind Games
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What is Mind Games about?
To save their marriage, Rita and Dana Lund set off on a family camping trip through California. At a campsite they meet a hitch-hiker, Eric, who befriends their son. Against Rita's wishes, Dana takes asks him to tag along with them, not knowing that he's a brutal psychopath.
Who directed Mind Games?
Mind Games was directed by Bob Yari.
Who stars in Mind Games?
The principal cast of Mind Games includes Maxwell Caulfield, Edward Albert, Shawn Weatherly, Matt Norero.
When was Mind Games released and how long is it?
Mind Games was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Mind Games?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mind Games was composed by David Richard Campbell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mind Games?
Mind Games holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).