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Fright Night (1985)

Film · 1985 · 107 min · R · Comedy · Horror

There are some very good reasons to be afraid of the dark.

Charley Brewster, a high school student, accidentally discovers the true and creepy nature of Jerry Dandrige, his dashing and enigmatic new neighbor; but no one seems willing to believe him.

Directed by Tom Holland

Starring Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Roddy McDowall, Stephen Geoffreys, Jonathan Stark, Dorothy Fielding, Art Evans

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In cinemas2 August 1985
Digital releaseNot listed
Physical release15 October 1986
First release anywhere2 August 1985

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