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The Stepfather
“He wanted a perfect family in a perfect town. But they couldn't measure up...Neither could the others...”
6.5 / 10• 1987• 1h 29m•R• English
HorrorThriller
Storyline
Seemingly mild-mannered Henry Morrison has just murdered his entire family. After adopting a new identity and skipping town, he begins building a new relationship with a widow and her teenage daughter. However, he soon begins struggling to hide his true identity and maintain a grip on reality.
Cast & Crew
Terry O'Quinn
Jerry Blake
Lead
Jill Schoelen
Stephanie Maine
Shelley Hack
Susan
Charles Lanyer
Dr. Bondurant
Stephen Shellen
Jim Ogilvie
Stephen E. Miller
Al Brennan
Robyn Stevan
Karen
Jeff Schultz
Paul Baker
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Joseph Ruben's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Stepfather is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
