The House of the Dead
“Don't you dare go in there!”
Synopsis
When a philandering husband accidentally finds himself lost during a rainstorm, he’s taken in by an elderly mortician and is forced to learn the ghastly origins of four freshly arrived corpses.
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Classic 1970's Horror Movie I House Of The Dead (1978) | Real Drama
Type: Featurette • Published 2023-10-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 22, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sharron Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- David O'Malley
- Original Score
- Stan Worth
- Original Title
- The House of the Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Myriad Cinema International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sharron Miller
David O'Malley
Stan Worth
Ken Gibb
Steve Michael, Sharron Miller
Jackson William, Arthur H. Leonard
Department Leadership Roster
David O'Malley
Writer
Ken Gibb
Director of Photography
Stan Worth
Original Music Composer
Jackson William
Producer
Steve Michael
Editor
Sharron Miller
Editor
Sharron Miller
Director
Julie Staheli
Costume Design
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The House of the Dead
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What is The House of the Dead about?
When a philandering husband accidentally finds himself lost during a rainstorm, he’s taken in by an elderly mortician and is forced to learn the ghastly origins of four freshly arrived corpses.
Who directed The House of the Dead?
The House of the Dead was directed by Sharron Miller.
Who stars in The House of the Dead?
The principal cast of The House of the Dead includes John Ericson, Ivor Francis, Judith Novgrod, Burr DeBenning, Charles Aidman.
When was The House of the Dead released and how long is it?
The House of the Dead was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for The House of the Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The House of the Dead was composed by Stan Worth.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The House of the Dead?
The House of the Dead holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).