The Sender
“He has the power to make you live his nightmares... And he's dreaming about you.”
Synopsis
A disturbed telepathic man is able to transmit his dreams and visions into the minds of the people around him.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Sender (1982) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-25
Top Cast
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Kathryn Harrold
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Željko Ivanek
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Shirley Knight
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Sean Hewitt
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Tracy Harper
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Al Matthews
Vietnam Veteran
Marsha Hunt
Nurse Jo
Angus MacInnes
Sheriff Prouty
Jana Shelden
Nurse Reimbold
Manning Redwood
Policeman
John Stephen Hill
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Monica Buford
Dr Warren
Janet Brandes
Patient
Peter Carlisle
Patient
Barbara Coles
Patient
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Christian
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas Baum
- Original Score
- Trevor Jones
- Original Title
- The Sender
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Kingsmere, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Christian
Thomas Baum
Trevor Jones
Roger Pratt
Alan Strachan
Edward S. Feldman
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Baum
Writer
Roger Christian
Director
Alan Strachan
Editor
Malcolm Middleton
Production Design
Roger Pratt
Director of Photography
Edward S. Feldman
Producer
Trevor Jones
Original Music Composer
Colin Skeaping
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sender
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sender about?
A disturbed telepathic man is able to transmit his dreams and visions into the minds of the people around him.
Who directed The Sender?
The Sender was directed by Roger Christian.
Who stars in The Sender?
The principal cast of The Sender includes Kathryn Harrold, Željko Ivanek, Shirley Knight, Paul Freeman, Sean Hewitt.
When was The Sender released and how long is it?
The Sender was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sender?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sender was composed by Trevor Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sender?
The Sender holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).