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The Witching (1983) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1983 · Film

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Released in 1983, The Witching is a horreur film directed by Bert I. Gordon, running about 87 minutes. “Enter the world of the occult...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This is Gordon's re-edit of his 1972 horror film Necromancy starring Orson Welles and Pamela Franklin. This version features brand new scenes (mostly to up to exploitation factor) filmed in 1983 and added by Gordon himself. It also features a brand new score and other changes and the whole thing differs greatly from the original 82-minute theatrical version.

Who’s in it. The Witching stars Orson Welles as Mr. Cato, Pamela Franklin as Lori Brandon, Stephen Knight as High Priest and Lee Purcell as Priscilla, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Witching page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Witching tend to enjoy Psychose, Le Silence des agneaux, Shining and Alien, le huitième passager.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch The Witching (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witching change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Witching?
The Witching stars Orson Welles, Pamela Franklin, Stephen Knight, Lee Purcell and Terry Quinn.
When was The Witching released?
The Witching was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.