The Resurrected
Seen it?1991 | 105 min | Horror, Thriller, Science Fiction
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (40% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, horror fans and sci-fi fans. If you loved Grindhouse, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 45 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Charles Dexter Ward, a wealthy scientist, uses an ancient diary and human remains to begin a terrifying and bloody pursuit for immortality.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
40% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 33K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Dan O'Bannon
- John TerryJohn March
- Jane SibbettClaire Ward
- Chris SarandonCharles Dexter Ward / Joseph Curwen
- Robert RomanusLonnie Peck
- Laurie BriscoeHolly Tender
- Ken Camroux-TaylorCaptain Ben Szandor
- Patrick PonRaymond
- Bernard CufflingDr. Waite
- Megan LeitchEliza
- Charles K. PittsEzra Ward