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Creepshow
1982 120 min United States of America R 18+
★6.7
Horror, Comedy
Director: George A. Romero
🎭 Based on
«The Crate»
byStephen King
Trailers
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Teaser
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Description
Five grisly tales from a 1950s-style comic, including a murdered father rising from beyond, a bizarre meteor, a vengeful husband, a mysterious crate's occupant, and a plague of cockroaches.
Budget:
$8M
US Gross:
$21.03M
Worldwide:
$21.03M
Starring
Hal Holbrook
Actor
Leslie Nielsen
Actor
Adrienne Barbeau
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1983
— Best Poster
Saturn Awards 1983
— Best Horror Film
Key opinion
Creepshow is widely regarded as a quintessential 80s horror anthology that successfully captures the spirit of classic EC horror comics. While opinions vary on the quality of individual segments, the film is generally praised for its charming blend of dark humor, practical effects, and nostalgic appeal.
| Originality | The film functions as a stylized, nostalgic tribute to children’s horror comics rather than a truly terrifying cinematic experience. | |
| Acting | Leslie Nielsen delivers a surprisingly effective and compelling performance that stands out as a highlight of the anthology. | |
| Acting | Stephen King’s turn as the lead in 'The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill' is widely viewed as a standout performance, though some find his portrayal of the village fool odd. | |
| Screenplay | The anthology format leads to inconsistent quality, with 'The Crate' and 'Something to Tide You Over' frequently cited as the strongest segments while others are dismissed as clichéd or weak. | |
| Production | The practical effects by Tom Savini are appreciated for their craftsmanship and 'trash horror' aesthetic, though they appear dated and lack genuine scariness to modern adult viewers. |