A Return to Salem's Lot 1987
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SplatAnthropologist Joe Weber takes his son on a trip to the New England town of Salem's Lot, unaware of its vampire population. When the inhabitants reveal their secret, they seek Weber to write a bible for them.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Joe Weber
as Van Meer
as Judge Axel
as Jeremy
as Aunt Clara
as Mrs. Axel
as Amanda
as Rains
as Sherry
as Sally
Director:
Writer:
James Dixon, Larry Cohen, Stephen King
Stars:
Michael Moriarty, Samuel Fuller, Andrew Duggan, Ricky Addison Reed, June Havoc, Evelyn Keyes, Tara Reid, James Dixon, Jill Gatsby, Ronee Blakley,
Genres:
Horror,Comedy
Release Date:
1987 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
100 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
A Return to Salem's Lot
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
JD
LC
SK
Cast
as Joe Weber
as Van Meer
as Judge Axel
as Jeremy
as Aunt Clara
as Mrs. Axel
as Amanda
as Rains
as Sherry
as Sally
as Deputy
as Cathy
as Clarence
as Sarah
as Doctor Fenton
as Mrs. Fenton
as Allen
as Car Salesman
as Vampire Woman
as Farmer Vampire
as Farmer Vampire
as Jeremiah
as Townsperson
as Farm Girl
as Townsperson
as Hobo
as Hobo
as Cameraman
as Jungle Guide
as Farmer Drone
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