The Deadly Spawn (1983) Horror Sci-Fi

The Deadly Spawn (1983) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details

Updated: August 18, 2025

The Deadly Spawn Plot Synopsis:

Synopsis / Plot Summary: Two campers in the New Jersey woods have their outdoor fun interrupted by the arrival of a meteorite crashing nearby. They go to investigate the crater, but are suddenly attacked and devoured by alien parasites who have hitched a ride to Earth. After finishing off the campers, the hungry space monsters head for a nearby town, where they make their domain in the basement of an old house soon begin polishing off one hapless inhabitant after another. Four young teenagers, plus one pre-teen boy, try to find a way to stop the angry space monsters before they reproduce and literally eat humanity.

Tagline: They Came To Earth To Feed On Human Flesh!

A METEOR CRASHED ON EARTH…

NO ONE KNEW THE MYSTERY OF THE MUTANT SPORES INSIDE!

A pair of campers stumble upon the remnants of a meteorite and discover some fanged, worm-like creatures have hitched a ride to Earth. After the “appetizer,” the deadly alien spawn take refuge in the basement of an isolated house and prepare for the main course! With the people in the neighborhood now becoming the entrees of an intergalactic monster buffet, a group of teenagers, led by a small boy, decide to take this matter into their own hands! Will they be able to stop the creatures from reproducing and rid the Earth of the deadly spawn once and for all?

Featuring practical creature creations by John Dods (Spookies, Black Roses, Monsters TV series), The Deadly Spawn has been totally remastered in 4K from the original 16mm camera negative. With hours of supplementary material compiled from the personal collections of the cast and crew, The Deadly Spawn can finally invade your home theatre in the best version ever released to home video. Just try not to put this disc in the basement… you might be surprised at what you find down there!

LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS:

• Limited edition set of 5000 copies • Two-disc set featuring the film and extras on both a 2160p UHD 4K Blu-ray and a 1080p Blu-ray • Rigid slipcase with new artwork from Wes Benscoter • 58 page perfect bound book with vintage articles from Fangoria magazine, a new essay by author/film critic Michael Gingold, excerpts from producer Ted A. Bohus’ book on the making of the film and a scrapbook of rare photographs • Six double-sided collector cards • Double-sided fold-out poster

MONSTROUS SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE:

• Brand new 4K restoration from the original uncut 16mm camera negative by Synapse Films, presented in two aspect ratios: 1.37:1 and 1.66:1 • 4K 2160p disc is presented in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) • For the first time ever, the audio options feature the original producer’s mix, as well as the 21st Century Film Corporation theatrical mix in lossless DTS-HD Master Audio • Three audio commentaries featuring the producer, director, cast and crew • Face Off – interview with actress Elizabeth Marner-Brooks (aka Elissa Neil) • Return to the Spawning Ground – a new featurette featuring a modern-day tour of the house location • A Visit with John Dods and the Deadly Spawn – vintage featurette • The Deadly Spawn comic prequel sampler • Various TV news clips featuring promotion and interviews for the film • Take One – vintage public access show segment featuring an interview with editor Marc Harwood • Original audition tapes • Behind-the-scenes footage • Alternate opening credits sequence • Still gallery • TV spot and theatrical trailer

RATED R • 1983 • COLOR • 81 MINS. • SFD0235

DISC SPECIFICATIONS FOR FEATURE PRESENTATION

4K ULTRA HD DISC: 2160p Ultra High Definition (1.37:1 and 1.66:1) Presentations • DTS-HD MA English Mono • Optional English SDH Subtitles

BLU-RAY DISC: 1080p High Definition (1.37:1 and 1.66:1) Presentations • DTS-HD MA English Mono • Optional English SDH Subtitles

ITEM NUMBER: SFD0235

UPC CODE: 654930326299

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