Beyond the Wall of Sleep
“You will wake to terror”
Synopsis
Joe Slaader is a mysterious mountain man being held in the Ulster County Asylum after the brutal murder of his family. Edward Eischel, a young intern, sees something more than just an inbred monster in this new inmate, however. Instead, he sees him as the harbinger of some greater and much darker force. With bodies piling up, his job in jeopardy, and his sanity hanging in the balance he gives in to his obsession with tapping into Joe's hidden power, risking all that he has along the way.
Top Cast
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George Peroulas
Happy Home Mental Patient
Fountain Yount
Edward Eischel
Gregory Fawcett
Francis (as Greg Fawcett)
William Sanderson
Joe Slaader
Kurt Hargan
Dr. Wardlow
Tom Savini
Sheriff
Frank Schuler
Peter Slaader
Marco St. John
Dr. Fenton
Rick Dial
Dr. Barnard
Robert Jayne
Jasper
Rachel Mellendorf
Ardelia
Emily Cochran
Sarah Slaader
Lauren Cornish
Nurse Calloway
Haley Buchanan
Dream Child
David T. Alcorn
Syringe Head
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barrett J. Leigh, Thom Maurer
- Screenplay & Story
- H.P. Lovecraft
- Original Title
- Beyond the Wall of Sleep
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- El Globo Films, Riverdance Pictures, Visceral Pictures Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barrett J. Leigh, Thom Maurer
H.P. Lovecraft
Department Leadership Roster
H.P. Lovecraft
Writer
Barrett J. Leigh
Director
Thom Maurer
Director
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Wall of Sleep
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beyond the Wall of Sleep about?
Joe Slaader is a mysterious mountain man being held in the Ulster County Asylum after the brutal murder of his family. Edward Eischel, a young intern, sees something more than just an inbred monster in this new inmate, however. Instead, he sees him as the harbinger of some greater and much darker force. With bodies piling up, his job in jeopardy, and his sanity hanging in the balance he gives in to his obsession with tapping into Joe's hidden power, risking all that he has along the way.
Who directed Beyond the Wall of Sleep?
Beyond the Wall of Sleep was directed by Barrett J. Leigh, Thom Maurer.
Who stars in Beyond the Wall of Sleep?
The principal cast of Beyond the Wall of Sleep includes George Peroulas, Fountain Yount, Gregory Fawcett, William Sanderson, Kurt Hargan.
When was Beyond the Wall of Sleep released and how long is it?
Beyond the Wall of Sleep was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beyond the Wall of Sleep?
Beyond the Wall of Sleep holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).