American Gothic
“The family that slays together stays together.”
Synopsis
When six friends fly off on a weekend getaway and are suddenly plagued by engine trouble, they're forced to land on a remote island. Looking for shelter, they're grateful to encounter Ma and Pa and their children - an eccentric family living in the island's backwoods. But what begins as simple hospitality turns into a terrifying race for survival as the friends start disappearing one by one ... and turning up dead.
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American Gothic (1988) - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 3, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 27, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Hough
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Vines, Burt Wetanson
- Original Score
- Alan Parker
- Original Title
- American Gothic
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- manor Ground, Pinetalk
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Hough
Michael Vines, Burt Wetanson
Alan Parker
Harvey Harrison
John Victor-Smith
Raymond R. Homer, John Quested, George A. Walker, Christopher Harrop, Michael Manley
Department Leadership Roster
John Hough
Director
John Victor-Smith
Editor
Michael Vines
Screenplay
Alan Parker
Original Music Composer
John Quested
Producer
Harvey Harrison
Director of Photography
David Hiscox
Production Design
Burt Wetanson
Screenplay
Christopher Harrop
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 American Gothic
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What is American Gothic about?
When six friends fly off on a weekend getaway and are suddenly plagued by engine trouble, they're forced to land on a remote island. Looking for shelter, they're grateful to encounter Ma and Pa and their children - an eccentric family living in the island's backwoods. But what begins as simple hospitality turns into a terrifying race for survival as the friends start disappearing one by one ... and turning up dead.
Who directed American Gothic?
American Gothic was directed by John Hough.
Who stars in American Gothic?
The principal cast of American Gothic includes Rod Steiger, Yvonne De Carlo, Michael J. Pollard, Fiona Hutchison, Stephen Shellen.
When was American Gothic released and how long is it?
American Gothic was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for American Gothic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Gothic was composed by Alan Parker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Gothic?
American Gothic 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.).