Howling IV: The Original Nightmare
“Now, no one's safe!”
Synopsis
An author who was sent to the town Drakho, because of a nervous breakdown, gets wound up in a mystery revolving around demons and werewolves. She starts seeing ghosts and dismisses them as her own imagination, but when they turn out to be real she becomes suspicious of the odd town and of its past.
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The Howling 4 - The Original Nightmare Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-01-03
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Romy Walthall
Marie Adams
Michael T. Weiss
Richard Adams
Antony Hamilton
Tom
Susanne Severeid
Janice
Lamya Derval
Eleanor
Norman Anstey
Sheriff
Maxine John
Paula
Greg Latter
John (as Gregg Latter)
Dennis Folbigge
Dr. Coombes
Megan Kruskal
Sister Ruth
Denis Smith
Mr. Ormstead
Clive Turner
Tow Truck Driver
Diana Tilden-Davis
Municipal Clerk
Kate Edwards
Mrs. Ormstead
Anthony James
Father Camefron
Dale Cutts
Dr. Heinemann
Hugh Jobling
Mr. Duncan
Megan Davies
Mrs. Duncan
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 1988
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Hough
- Screenplay & Story
- Clive Turner, Freddie Rowe
- Original Title
- Howling IV: The Original Nightmare
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Allied Entertainments Group PLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Hough
Clive Turner, Freddie Rowe, Gary Brandner
Avi Lerner, Steven A. Lane, Harry Alan Towers
Department Leadership Roster
John Hough
Director
Clive Turner
Screenplay
Freddie Rowe
Screenplay
Harry Alan Towers
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Howling IV: The Original Nightmare
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What is Howling IV: The Original Nightmare about?
An author who was sent to the town Drakho, because of a nervous breakdown, gets wound up in a mystery revolving around demons and werewolves. She starts seeing ghosts and dismisses them as her own imagination, but when they turn out to be real she becomes suspicious of the odd town and of its past.
Who directed Howling IV: The Original Nightmare?
Howling IV: The Original Nightmare was directed by John Hough.
Who stars in Howling IV: The Original Nightmare?
The principal cast of Howling IV: The Original Nightmare includes Romy Walthall, Michael T. Weiss, Antony Hamilton, Susanne Severeid, Lamya Derval.
When was Howling IV: The Original Nightmare released and how long is it?
Howling IV: The Original Nightmare was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Is Howling IV: The Original Nightmare based on a book or true story?
Howling IV: The Original Nightmare is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gary Brandner".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Howling IV: The Original Nightmare?
Howling IV: The Original Nightmare holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).