My Bloody Valentine (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1981, My Bloody Valentine is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by George Mihalka, running about 90 minutes. “Cross your heart...and hope to die.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Twenty years ago in the sleepy mining town of Valentine Bluffs, a fatal mining disaster occurred on Valentine's Day while some of the crew was decorating for a party. The sole survivor of the accident killed the remaining crewmembers and warned the town not to celebrate Valentine's Day again. When a group of teenagers decides to defy that order, a murderous maniac in mining gear begins dispatching townsfolk in bloody and creative ways.
Who’s in it. My Bloody Valentine stars Paul Kelman as T.J., Lori Hallier as Sarah, Neil Affleck as Axel and Cynthia Dale as Patty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, My Bloody Valentine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Bloody Valentine page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Bloody Valentine tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Bloody Valentine (1981)?
- In US, My Bloody Valentine is available to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Bloody Valentine worth watching?
- My Bloody Valentine holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Bloody Valentine?
- My Bloody Valentine stars Paul Kelman, Lori Hallier, Neil Affleck, Cynthia Dale and Keith Knight.
- When was My Bloody Valentine released?
- My Bloody Valentine was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.