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The Returning

1990Movie1 h 38 min

HorrorThriller
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5

Summary

A successful city lawyer abandons his practice and heads out to the country. There he comes upon a stately, but neglected, homestead.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing
  • You're watching with family

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
John Day
Written by
Clinton Phillips, John Day
Produced by
Trishia Downie
Music by
Clive Cockburn

Everyone

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Facts

December 10, 1990 · 1 h 38 min · Sexual Content

Released
December 10, 1990
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Horror, Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
New Zealand
Budget
$2 million

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Returning worth watching?"

Questions about The Returning

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Returning worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 5.5).

Will The Returning scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.

Is The Returning good for date night?

Date NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.