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Monster in the Closet

1986·Movie
1h 30min·PG
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.0Rotten Tomatoes–33%
IMDb5.0Rotten Tomatoes–33%

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Monster in the Closet fingerprint

Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Tension3

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness4
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy

  • Absurdist Humor8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Physical Comedy6

World

Fantasy

  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Direction5
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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It's Out! It's Out! It's Out!

After several people and a dog are found dead in their closets a "mild-mannered" reporter, a college professor, her son and a befuddled professor band together to uncover the mystery but not without involving the U.S. Army and mass panic.
80s B-MovieHorror ComedyAbsurdist HumorCult ClassicMonster MysteryCampy & QuirkyLow Budget FunNostalgic CharmScrewball Investigation

Crew

Directed by:
Bob Dahlin
Written by:
Bob Dahlin, Bob Dahlin, Peter L. Bergquist
Produced by:
Lloyd Kaufman, Peter L. Bergquist
Composed by:
Barrie Guard

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Monster in the Closet

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Monster in the Closet legally?

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Monster in the Closet is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Monster in the Closet worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Monster in the Closet rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Monster in the Closet?

1 h 30 min

Monster in the Closet runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is Monster in the Closet in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Monster in the Closet?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Monster in the Closet in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Monster in the Closet use?

Absent-Minded ProfessorShout-OutMeaningful Background EventFor Science!Things That Go "Bump" in the NightPolice Are UselessAntagonist TitleDa EditorCat ScareNested MouthsChild ProdigyPunny Nameand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Monster in the Closet, including Absent-Minded Professor, Shout-Out, Meaningful Background Event.