The Curse (1987)
A meteorite crashes on a Tennessee farm, unleashing a creeping contamination that transforms crops, livestock, and family alike into something monstrous.
The Curse - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Curse
- Release Year: 1987
- Directed by: David Keith
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 32m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 11, 1987 (United States - R)
- Alternative Titles: The Curse (CA), La fattoria maledetta (IT), Η Κατάρα (GR), Granja maldita (ES), El maleficio (MX), A Sina Maldita (PT), The Farm (FR), Klatwa (PL)
- Production Companies: Trans World Entertainment
- Production Countries: Italy, United States of America
The Curse - Plot
Nathan Hayes is a religious man trying to hold onto his farm and keep his family in line. A real estate developer is trying to buy most of the farm property in the area, including Mr. Hayes family farm, in the hope that the Tennesse Valley Authority will choose the town for the site of a new dam and recreational area. The night of a terrible storm, an unidentified, glowing object crashes on the Hayes farm and with it comes a horrible curse for the Hayes family and the members of the community.
The Curse - Trailer
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It took seed...now it needs to feed
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The Curse - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- David Keith
Main Cast
- Wil Wheaton
- Claude Akins
- Malcolm Danare
- Cooper Huckabee
- John Schneider
- Steve Carlisle
- Kathleen Jordon Gregory
- Hope North
- Steve Davis
- Amy Wheaton
Writers
- David Chaskin
Producers
- Ovidio G. Assonitis
The Curse - FAQs
Where can you stream The Curse (1987)?
The Curse (1987) is available to stream on several platforms including Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+, Philo, and Tubi TV (free with ads). It can also be rented or purchased through Amazon Video. Availability may vary by region.
Is The Curse (1987) based on a true story?
No, The Curse is not based on a true story. The film is loosely inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's 1927 short story "The Colour Out of Space," which depicts an alien meteorite contaminating a rural farm and corrupting everything it touches.
Who are the main actors in The Curse?
The Curse stars Wil Wheaton as Zack, Claude Akins as Nathan Crane, Malcolm Danare as Cyrus Crane, Cooper Huckabee as Dr. Alan J. Forbes, and John Schneider as Carl Willis. The cast also includes Kathleen Jordon Gregory and Hope North.
What is The Curse (1987) about?
The Curse follows a devout Tennessee farmer whose land is struck by a mysterious glowing meteorite during a violent storm. The impact unleashes a creeping contamination that poisons the crops, mutates the livestock, and slowly transforms the farm family into something terrifying.
What is the age rating for The Curse 1987?
The Curse (1987) is rated R by the MPA. The rating reflects the film's graphic body horror, disturbing creature effects, and scenes of violence. It is not suitable for younger audiences.
Who directed The Curse (1987)?
The Curse was directed by David Keith, best known as an actor. This was his feature directorial debut. The film was produced by Ovidio G. Assonitis and written by David Chaskin, who also penned A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge.
How long is The Curse 1987?
The Curse has a runtime of 92 minutes (1 hour and 32 minutes). The film was released theatrically in the United States on September 11, 1987, and is rated R.
What are similar movies to The Curse (1987)?
If you enjoyed The Curse, you might also like Re-Animator (1985), Evil Dead II (1987), Contamination (1980), Witchery (1988), and Curse II: The Bite (1989). These films share similar themes of rural horror, alien contamination, and 1980s practical creature effects.
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