The Uncanny
“They prowl by night...lusting for human flesh!”
Synopsis
Wilbur Gray, a horror writer, has stumbled upon a terrible secret, that cats are supernatural creatures who really call the shots. In a desperate attempt to get others to believe him, Wilbur spews three tales of feline horror.
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THE UNCANNY - (1977) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-03-06
Top Cast
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Peter Cushing
Wilbur Gray (segment "Montreal 1977")
Ray Milland
Frank Richards (segment "Montreal 1977")
Susan Penhaligon
Janet (segment "London 1912")
Joan Greenwood
Miss Malkin (segment "London 1912")
Roland Culver
Wallace (segment "London 1912")
Simon Williams
Michael (segment "London 1912")
Alexandra Stewart
Mrs. Joan Blake (segment "Quebec Province 1975")
Donald Pilon
Mr. Blake (segment "Quebec Province 1975")
Chloe Franks
Angela Blake (segment "Quebec Province 1975")
Katrina Holden Bronson
Lucy (segment "Quebec Province 1975")
Renée Girard
Mrs. Maitland (segment "Quebec Province 1975")
Donald Pleasence
Valentine De'ath (segment "Hollywood 1936")
Samantha Eggar
Edina Hamilton (segment "Hollywood 1936")
John Vernon
Pomeroy (segment "Hollywood 1936")
Catherine Bégin
Madeleine (segment "Hollywood 1936")
Jean LeClerc
Barrington (segment "Hollywood 1936")
Sean McCann
Inspector (segment "Hollywood 1936")
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Denis Héroux
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Parry
- Original Score
- Wilfred Josephs
- Original Title
- The Uncanny
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Cinévidéo, The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Denis Héroux
Michel Parry
Wilfred Josephs
Harry Waxman
Peter Weatherley, Michel Guay, Keith Palmer
René Dupont, Milton Subotsky, Richard R. St. Johns, Harold Greenberg, Claude Héroux
Department Leadership Roster
Denis Héroux
Director
Michel Parry
Screenplay
René Dupont
Producer
Peter Weatherley
Editor
Nicoletta Massone
Costume Design
Harry Waxman
Director of Photography
Milton Subotsky
Producer
Michel Guay
Editor
Wolf Kroeger
Production Design
Keith Palmer
Editor
Joyce Stoneman
Costume Design
Claude Héroux
Producer
Wilfred Josephs
Original Music Composer
Harry Pottle
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Uncanny
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Uncanny about?
Wilbur Gray, a horror writer, has stumbled upon a terrible secret, that cats are supernatural creatures who really call the shots. In a desperate attempt to get others to believe him, Wilbur spews three tales of feline horror.
Who directed The Uncanny?
The Uncanny was directed by Denis Héroux.
Who stars in The Uncanny?
The principal cast of The Uncanny includes Peter Cushing, Ray Milland, Susan Penhaligon, Joan Greenwood, Roland Culver.
When was The Uncanny released and how long is it?
The Uncanny was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Uncanny?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Uncanny was composed by Wilfred Josephs.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Uncanny?
The Uncanny holds official age classifications: CA: 18A.