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The Howling (1981)

“Imagine your worst fear a reality”

  • R
  • 91 min
  • Horror
  • imdb logo 6.5/10 (40149 votes)

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Plot

Haunted by the shadowy menace of Eddie Quist, a serial killer who preys on the most vulnerable and only communicates with one person - newswoman Karen White, the film "The Howling" spins a chilling tale. After a near-death encounter with Eddie in the grimy backroom of an adult video store, Karen finds herself caught in the crossfire as police officers gun down her tormentor. This traumatic event leaves her emotionally scarred, unable to recall Eddie's face, and plagued by an unshakeable sense of dread. Under the advice of Dr. George Waggner, Karen, accompanied by her husband Bill Neill, retreats to a quaint community tucked away in the heart of the woods, a place eerily connected to Eddie's past. Unbeknownst to them, this seemingly serene refuge, known as the Colony, is home to a pack of werewolves striving to maintain a low profile. The residents, with their unsettling eagerness to welcome them, only add to the creeping sense of unease that pervades the air. As Karen grapples with her inner demons, she is persistently haunted by the eerie cries that pierce the stillness of the night. The link between Eddie Quist and this enigmatic haven grows increasingly alarming, pushing Karen to delve into the deep, dark secrets that the forest holds. What she uncovers is a horrifying reality that threatens not only her life but her very soul. "The Howling" is a harrowing exploration of fear, trauma, and the monstrous unknown, a cinematic journey that leaves viewers breathless and looking over their shoulders long after the credits roll.

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The Howling is a horror movie featuring Dee Wallace.

The Howling is currently streaming on DIRECTV.

It is also possible to rent The Howling on Amazon Video.