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Still from Dead of Night — Dead of Night (1974) — Bob ClarkPhotographed by Jack McGowan

Poster for Dead of Night

Bob Clark

Dead of Night

English / 1974 / 1h 28m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.51/5·13.7K ratings·4.2K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A young soldier who was thought to be killed in Vietnam returns home and exhibits disturbing behavior, much to the confusion of his family.

Included in
After the War
Position 9
Included in
Additions: October 2020
Position 30
Included in
70's Horror
Position 17

Credits

Crew

DirectorBob Clark

WriterAlan Ormsby

CinematographerJack McGowan

ComposerCarl Zittrer

EditorRonald Sinclair

ProducerJohn Trent, Bob Clark, Peter James

Cast

John Marleyas Charles Brooks

Lynn Carlinas Christine Brooks

Richard Backusas Andy Brooks

Henderson Forsytheas Dr. Philip Allman

Anya Ormsbyas Cathy Brooks

Jane Dalyas Joanne

Michael Mazesas Bob

Arthur Andersonas Postman

Arthur Bradleyas Army Captain

David Gawlikowskias Truck Driver

Virginia Cortezas Rosalie

Robert R. Cannonas Drunk

Raymond Michelas Policeman in Diner

Jeff Gillenas Bartender

Alan Ormsbyas Bystander

Bob Clarkas Officer Ted

Mal Jonesas Sheriff

Edward Andersonas Deputy

George De Vriesas TV Announcer

Dead of Night (1974) | Criteria