From the Dead of Night (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1989, From the Dead of Night is a fantasy, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Paul Wendkos, running about 194 minutes.
What it’s about. After having a near death experience Joanna finds her life in constant danger. She begins to believe that certain forces are trying to bring her back into the world of the dead. Her boyfriend Glen thinks she's crazy so Joanna turns to her ex-boyfriend, Peter. It just so happens that Peter is a strong believer in the supernatural and even teaches a course on it at a local college. Together they must confront the "walkers" so that Joanna can live to see another day.
Who’s in it. From the Dead of Night stars Lindsay Wagner as Joanna, Bruce Boxleitner as Peter Langford, Robert Prosky as Dr. Walter Hovde and Robin Thomas as Glen Eastman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, From the Dead of Night has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch From the Dead of Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of From the Dead of Night tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch From the Dead of Night (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for From the Dead of Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is From the Dead of Night worth watching?
- From the Dead of Night holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in From the Dead of Night?
- From the Dead of Night stars Lindsay Wagner, Bruce Boxleitner, Robert Prosky, Robin Thomas and Merritt Butrick.
- When was From the Dead of Night released?
- From the Dead of Night was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 194 minutes.