Hider in the House
“You can't lock him out. He's already in.”
Synopsis
A deranged man hides in the attic of a new house and becomes obsessed with the unsuspecting family that moves in.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Hider in the House - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-01-28
Top Cast
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Gary Busey
Tom Sykes
Mimi Rogers
Julie Dreyer
Michael McKean
Phil Dreyer
Candace Hutson
Holly Dreyer
Kurt Christopher Kinder
Neil Dreyer
Elizabeth Ruscio
Rita
Bruce Glover
Gene Hufford
Leonard Termo
George / Exterminator
Peter Henry Schroeder
Dr. Spencer
Chuck Lafont
Dr. Gordon
Johnny Green
Bernard
Bob Neill
Tom's Father (voice)
Carole King
Tom's Mother (voice)
Jake Busey
Teenage Tom (voice)
Ryan Sheridan
Child Tom (voice)
Martin Goslins
Maitre d'
Rebekka Armstrong
Attractive Woman
John Del Regno
Desk Clerk
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 14, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matthew Patrick
- Screenplay & Story
- Lem Dobbs
- Original Score
- Christopher Young
- Original Title
- Hider in the House
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Precision Films, Vestron Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthew Patrick
Lem Dobbs
Christopher Young
Jeffrey Jur
Debra T. Smith
Edward Teets, Diane Nabatoff, Steven Reuther, Michael Taylor
Department Leadership Roster
Matthew Patrick
Director
Lem Dobbs
Writer
Colleen Atwood
Costume Design
Edward J. Ulrich
Stunt Coordinator
Edward Teets
Producer
Christopher Young
Original Music Composer
Jeffrey Jur
Director of Photography
Debra T. Smith
Editor
Victoria Paul
Production Design
Michael Taylor
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hider in the House
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hider in the House about?
A deranged man hides in the attic of a new house and becomes obsessed with the unsuspecting family that moves in.
Who directed Hider in the House?
Hider in the House was directed by Matthew Patrick.
Who stars in Hider in the House?
The principal cast of Hider in the House includes Gary Busey, Mimi Rogers, Michael McKean, Candace Hutson, Kurt Christopher Kinder.
When was Hider in the House released and how long is it?
Hider in the House was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for Hider in the House?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hider in the House was composed by Christopher Young.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hider in the House?
Hider in the House holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).