Shadows Run Black (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 1984, Shadows Run Black is a horror film directed by Howard Heard, running about 88 minutes. “Pray He Kills You Before You Scream” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A detective investigates a series of killings committed by a serial killer known as "The Black Angel." He begins to suspect that it might not be just a random group of murders.
Who’s in it. Shadows Run Black stars William J. Kulzer as Rydell King, Elizabeth Trosper as Judy Cole, Shea Porter as Morgan Cole and George Engelson as Priest, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Shadows Run Black has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Troma NOW. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadows Run Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadows Run Black tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadows Run Black (1984)?
- In US, Shadows Run Black is available to stream on Troma NOW. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shadows Run Black worth watching?
- Shadows Run Black holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadows Run Black?
- Shadows Run Black stars William J. Kulzer, Elizabeth Trosper, Shea Porter, George Engelson and Dianne Hinkler.
- When was Shadows Run Black released?
- Shadows Run Black was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.