Dead Things (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1986, Dead Things is a horror film directed by Todd Sheets, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. A deranged hillbilly dad, along with his similarly demented hick child, brutally butcher any folks who are unfortunate enough to venture into their remote neck of the woods. This is the original 1986 version.
Who’s in it. Dead Things stars Dave Byerly as Daddy, Chuck Cannon as Mr. Usher and Kim Alber as Melissa / Mrs. Usher.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Dead Things has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead Things page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead Things tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead Things (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Things change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead Things worth watching?
- Dead Things holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead Things?
- Dead Things stars Dave Byerly, Chuck Cannon and Kim Alber.
- When was Dead Things released?
- Dead Things was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.