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4.2 / 10(10 votes)IMDbR19731h 14mUnited States of America, Canada

A Name for Evil

“The dream house that becomes a nightmare.”

Synopsis

Dissatisfied with the family architectural business, a man and his wife pack up and move out to his great-grandfather's old house in the country. While trying to patch it up, the house starts to make it clear to him that it doesn't want him there, but the local church (with some off-kilter practices of their own) seems to take a shine to him.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 3, 1973

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Bernard Girard
Screenplay & Story
Bernard Girard
Original Score
Dominic Frontiere
Original Title
A Name for Evil
Country of Origin
United States of America, Canada
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 14m
Production Studios
Cinerama Releasing Corporation, Penthouse Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bernard Girard

Screenplay & Story

Bernard Girard

Original Score & Music

Dominic Frontiere

Director of Photography

Reginald H. Morris

Film Editing

Maurice Wright

Producers

Bernard Girard, Reed Sherman

Department Leadership Roster

Bernard Girard

Bernard Girard

Director

Maurice Wright

Editor

Reginald H. Morris

Director of Photography

Bernard Girard

Bernard Girard

Producer

Reed Sherman

Producer

Bernard Girard

Bernard Girard

Screenplay

Ilse Richter

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Name for Evil

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Name for Evil about?

Dissatisfied with the family architectural business, a man and his wife pack up and move out to his great-grandfather's old house in the country. While trying to patch it up, the house starts to make it clear to him that it doesn't want him there, but the local church (with some off-kilter practices of their own) seems to take a shine to him.

Who directed A Name for Evil?

A Name for Evil was directed by Bernard Girard.

Who stars in A Name for Evil?

The principal cast of A Name for Evil includes Robert Culp, Samantha Eggar, Sheila Sullivan, Mike Lane, Sue Hathaway.

When was A Name for Evil released and how long is it?

A Name for Evil was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.

Who composed the musical score for A Name for Evil?

The original motion picture soundtrack for A Name for Evil was composed by Dominic Frontiere.

What is the age rating and content advisory for A Name for Evil?

A Name for Evil holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).