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The Horror Show

1989·Movie
1h 35min·R
22
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High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy4
  • Family Dynamics4
  • Pathos3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

The mind and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers youYou scare easilyYou want something quiet and calm

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About

They tried to electrocute "Meat Cleaver" Max. It didn't work.

Vowing revenge on the detective who apprehended him, serial killer "Meat Cleaver" Max Jenke returns from beyond the grave to launch a whole new reign of terror.
1980s Slasher HorrorSupernatural RevengeGraphic ViolencePsychological HorrorSerial KillerGory Special EffectsNightmare FuelClassic Horror

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Questions about The Horror Show

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Where can I stream The Horror Show legally?

The Horror Show is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Horror Show worth watching?

22
TerribleGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 23/100 (IMDb 5.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 0%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Horror Show rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is The Horror Show?

1 h 35 min

The Horror Show runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is The Horror Show in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Horror Show?

6CAGBGGIEJPUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Horror Show in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Horror Show use?

Beard of EvilAn Arm and a LegReality WarperAchilles' HeelGroin AttackHigh-Voltage DeathWould Hurt a ChildOnce Is Not EnoughCurtain CamouflageMade of IronEvil LaughAx-Crazyand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for The Horror Show, including Beard of Evil, An Arm and a Leg, Reality Warper.