Where Evil Dwells (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1985, Where Evil Dwells is a thriller and horror film directed by David Wojnarowicz, running about 33 minutes.
What it’s about. Loosely based on an infamous 1984 Long Island murder case involving Satan-worshiping, teenage drug freaks (Knights of the Black Circle), David Wojnarowicz and Tommy Turner’s Where Evil Dwells is a low-budget D.I.Y. movie that walks the jagged lines between splatter flick, experimental film and transgressive art. The original footage was destroyed in a fire and the only footage that survived is this 28 minute preview that was put together for the Downtown New York Film Festival in 1985.
Who’s in it. Where Evil Dwells stars Joe Coleman, Lung Leg, Baby Gregor and Rockets Redglare, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Where Evil Dwells 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 Where Evil Dwells page.
If you liked it. Fans of Where Evil Dwells tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Where Evil Dwells (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Where Evil Dwells change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Where Evil Dwells worth watching?
- Where Evil Dwells holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Where Evil Dwells?
- Where Evil Dwells stars Joe Coleman, Lung Leg, Baby Gregor, Rockets Redglare and Tommy Turner.
- When was Where Evil Dwells released?
- Where Evil Dwells was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 33 minutes.