Scream (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1981, Scream is a horror and mystery film directed by Byron Quisenberry, running about 82 minutes. “It was a dream weekend...until the nightmare began!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of friends on a rafting trip down a river stop in at an old ghost town to spend the night. Soon their rafts disappear, and then they begin to be eliminated one by one by a mysterious killer.
Who’s in it. Scream stars Pepper Martin as Bob, Hank Worden as John, Ethan Wayne as Stan and Woody Strode as Charlie Winters, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Scream has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scream page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scream tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scream (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scream worth watching?
- Scream holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Scream?
- Scream stars Pepper Martin, Hank Worden, Ethan Wayne, Woody Strode and Alvy Moore.
- When was Scream released?
- Scream was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.