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Dead of Winter

Seen it?

1987 | 100 min | Horror, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.0 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. 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 anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 40 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A fledgling actress is lured to a remote mansion for a screen-test, soon discovering she is actually a prisoner in the middle of a blackmail plot.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    77% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.0 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 29K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Arthur Penn

  • Mary SteenburgenJulie Rose / Katie McGovern / Evelyn
  • Roddy McDowallMr. Murray
  • Jan RubešDr. Joseph Lewis
  • William RussRob Sweeney
  • Ken PogueOfficer Mullavy
  • Wayne RobsonOfficer Huntley
  • Mark MaloneRoland McGovern
  • Michael CopemanHighway Patrolman
  • Sam MalkinGas Jock
  • Pamela MollerWoman at Audition