Doom Asylum (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1988, Doom Asylum is a comedy and horror film directed by Richard Friedman, running about 79 minutes. “SLASHING with a snicker, SLAUGHTER with a smirk...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A demented former lawyer uses autopsy equipment to kill off the teenagers who trespass on the long-abandoned asylum he inhabits. Filmed on location in an actual abandoned asylum.
Who’s in it. Doom Asylum stars Patty Mullen as Judy LaRue / Kiki LaRue, Kristin Davis as Jane, Ruth Collins as Tina and William Hay as Mike, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Doom Asylum has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on ARROW and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Doom Asylum page.
If you liked it. Fans of Doom Asylum tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Doom Asylum (1988)?
- In US, Doom Asylum is available to stream on ARROW, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Doom Asylum worth watching?
- Doom Asylum holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Doom Asylum?
- Doom Asylum stars Patty Mullen, Kristin Davis, Ruth Collins, William Hay and Kenny L. Price.
- When was Doom Asylum released?
- Doom Asylum was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.