Shadow Play (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1986, Shadow Play is a horror and mystery film directed by Susan Shadburne, running about 98 minutes. “Frightened by the future, haunted by the past...The two worlds of Morgan Hanna are about to shatter.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A playwright, who lost her fiance to suicide, is haunted by his spirit while staying on a remote island with his mother.
Who’s in it. Shadow Play stars Dee Wallace as Morgan Hanna, Cloris Leachman as Millie Crown, Ron Kuhlman as John Crown and Barry Laws as Jeremy Crown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Shadow Play has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadow Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadow Play tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadow Play (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadow Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadow Play worth watching?
- Shadow Play holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadow Play?
- Shadow Play stars Dee Wallace, Cloris Leachman, Ron Kuhlman, Barry Laws and Delia Salvi.
- When was Shadow Play released?
- Shadow Play was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.