Don't Go in the Woods (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1981, Don't Go in the Woods is a horror film directed by James Bryan, running about 82 minutes. “Everyone has nightmares about the ugliest way to die.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four backpackers decide to take a hike in the mountains of Utah. But within the woods lurks a killer. But who...or what...is it? The lazy local sheriff blames bears. But the escalating body count seems to point to a human killer. Ignoring the warning signs, our campers remain lost in the woods...alone...awaiting their fate.
Who’s in it. Don't Go in the Woods stars Jack McClelland as Peter, Mary Gail Artz as Ingrid, Angie Brown as Joanie and Ken Carter as Sheriff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Don't Go in the Woods has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel and Shudder and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Don't Go in the Woods page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don't Go in the Woods tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don't Go in the Woods (1981)?
- In US, Don't Go in the Woods is available to stream on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Don't Go in the Woods worth watching?
- Don't Go in the Woods holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Don't Go in the Woods?
- Don't Go in the Woods stars Jack McClelland, Mary Gail Artz, Angie Brown, Ken Carter and James P. Hayden.
- When was Don't Go in the Woods released?
- Don't Go in the Woods was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.