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Dead of Night

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1974 | 88 min | Horror

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for horror fans. If you loved Dracula, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary.
The pace
Moves along nicely, at 1 hr 28 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
  • Made in 1974: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A young soldier who was thought to be killed in Vietnam returns home and exhibits disturbing behavior, much to the confusion of his family.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    83% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 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 27K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Bob Clark

  • John MarleyCharles Brooks
  • Lynn CarlinChristine Brooks
  • Richard BackusAndy Brooks
  • Henderson ForsytheDr. Philip Allman
  • Anya OrmsbyCathy Brooks
  • Jane DalyJoanne
  • Michael MazesBob
  • Arthur AndersonPostman
  • Arthur BradleyArmy Captain
  • David GawlikowskiTruck Driver