The Howling

"Imagine your worst fear a reality."

Apr 10 1981 R 1h 31m
Horror

After a bizarre and near fatal encounter with a serial killer, a newswoman is sent to a rehabilitation center whose inhabitants may not be what they seem.

Plot

In a red light district, newswoman Karen White is bugged by the police, investigating serial killer Eddie Quist, who has been molesting her through phone calls. After police officers find them in a peep-show cabin and shoot Eddie, Karen becomes emotionally disturbed and loses her memory. Hoping to conquer her inner demons, she heads for the Colony, a secluded retreat where the creepy residents are rather too eager to make her feel at home. There also seems to be a bizarre connection between Eddie Quist and this supposedly safe haven. And when, after nights of being tormented by unearthly cries, Karen ventures into the forest and makes a terrifying discovery.

Written by

Gary Brandner, John Sayles, Terence H. Winkless

Directed by

Joe Dante

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Wescom Productions, International Film Investors, AVCO Embassy Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 3 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
41,822
Average Rating
6.5 out of 10
Metascore
68
Popularity
NA