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Dead of Night (1974)
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3.5

Dead of Night (1974)

Horror • 1h 28m

Overview

Grief-stricken suburban parents refuse to accept the news that their son Andy has been killed in Vietnam, but when he returns home soon after, something may be horribly wrong.

Director: Bob Clark

Best English-Friendly Release

Best Video Release

Format

UHD Blu-ray

UHD Tiers

Solid
Blue Underground:

if compared to Blue Underground's BD of the 2K scan

Length

88 mins

Type

Movie

Alternative Titles

Whispers, Deathdream, Death Dream

Last Updated

a year ago

Contributors

Best English-Friendly Release
Best Video Release
Format
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UHD Tiers
Solid
Blue Underground:

if compared to Blue Underground's BD of the 2K scan

Length
88 mins
Type
Movie
Alternative Titles
Whispers, Deathdream, Death Dream
Last Updated
a year ago
Contributors

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