The Evil (1978) Horror Thriller
The Evil (1978) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details
Rated R | Threatrical May 05, 1978 (US) | Genres Horror, Thriller | Runtime 1h 29m
- Overall Score: ☆ 5.02/10
IMDB: ☆ 5.6/10
The Evil Plot Synopsis:
Synopsis / Plot Summary: A chilling tale of suspense and survival. When a doctor rents a haunted house to use as a clinic, he and his associates are victimized by supernatural powers within.
Tagline: Escape is just a nerve-shredding scream for salvation!
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The Evil Movie Information:
Type: MovieYear: 1978 (more 1978 movies)
MPAA Rating: R
Runtime: 89 minutes / Directors: Gus Trikonis
Stars: Richard Crenna, Joanna Pettet, Andrew Prine, Cassie Yates, George O''Hanlon Jr. … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date May 05, 1978Production Co.: New World
Language: English
Country: United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / The Evil Release Dates In Theaters: May 05, 1978, Blu-ray: Sep 18, 2018, DVD: Sep 28, 1988
Writers: Galen Thompson, David Sheldon, Gus Trikonis
Producers: Ed Carlin, Roger Corman, Paul Joseph, Malcolm Levinthal, David Sheldon
Musicians: Johnny Harris
Cinematographers: Mario DiLeo
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The Evil (1978) Cast (Click to Expand)
The Evil Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | Character(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Crenna | ... | C.J. Arnold |
| Joanna Pettet | ... | Dr. Caroline Arnold |
| Andrew Prine | ... | Prof. Raymond Guy |
| Cassie Yates | ... | Mary Harper |
| George O''Hanlon Jr. | ... | Pete Brooks |
| Lynne Moody | ... | Felicia Allen |
| Mary Louise Weller | ... | Laurie Belman |
| Robert Viharo | ... | Dwight (as George Viharo) |
| Victor Buono | ... | The Devil |
| Milton Selzer | ... | The Realtor |
| Ed Bakey | ... | Sam the Caretaker |
| Galen Thompson | ... | Emilio Vargas |
| Emory Souza | ... | The Demon |
Fun Facts: 15 Real AGES of Cast
- Richard Crenna, as C.J. Arnold, passed away at age 76 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Sign: Sagittarius, Height: 6' 1" (1.85 m)
Also known as: Dick Crenna | Richard McKenna | Charley Weaver - Joanna Pettet (b. November 16, 1942) – Dr. Caroline Arnold
Sign: Scorpio, Height: 5' 7" (1.7 m) - Andrew Prine (b. February 14, 1936) – Prof. Raymond Guy
Sign: Aquarius, Height: 6' 2" (1.88 m) - Cassie Yates – Mary Harper
- George O''Hanlon Jr. (b. December 7, 1953) – Pete Brooks
Sign: Sagittarius, Height: 6' (1.83 m)
Also known as: George O'Hanlon III. | George O'Hanlon - Lynne Moody (b. February 17, 1946) – Felicia Allen
Sign: Aquarius
Also known as: Lynn Moody - Mary Louise Weller (b. September 1, 1946) – Laurie Belman
Sign: Virgo, Height: 5' 8" (1.73 m)
Also known as: Mary-Louise Weller - Robert Viharo – Dwight (as George Viharo)
- Victor Buono, as The Devil, passed away at age 43 in Apple Valley, California, USA.
Sign: Aquarius, Height: 6' 3" (1.91 m) - Milton Selzer, as The Realtor, passed away at age 87 in Oxnard, California, USA.
Sign: Scorpio, Height: 5' 10" (1.78 m) - Ed Bakey, as Sam the Caretaker, passed away at age 62 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Sign: Scorpio
Also known as: Eddie 'Greensleeves' Bakey | Eddie Bakey | Eddie Greensleeves - Galen Thompson, as Emilio Vargas, passed away at age 71 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Sign: Cancer, Height: 5' 5½" (1.66 m)
Also known as: Donald G. Thompson | Donald Thompson - Emory Souza, as The Demon, passed away at age 42 in Los Angeles County, California, USA.
Sign: Scorpio
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