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The Stepfather is a american film of genre Drama directed by Joseph Ruben released in USA on 23 january 1987 with Terry O'Quinn

The Stepfather (1987)

The Stepfather
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Released in USA 23 january 1987
Length 1h29
Directed by
OriginUSA
Genres Drama,    Thriller,    Horror
Rating66% 3.3481153.3481153.3481153.3481153.348115

The Stepfather is a 1987 American horror thriller film directed by Joseph Ruben, and starring Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen, and Shelley Hack. O'Quinn stars as Henry Morrison, a identity-assuming serial killer who remarries a widow with her teenage daughter. After previously killing his family and changing his identity, his killing spree continues after his daughter turns suspicious about him. It is loosely based on the life of mass murderer John List, although the plot is more commonly associated with slasher films of the era than a true story. The film was written by Donald E. Westlake, from a story by Westlake, Carolyn Lefcourt and Brian Garfield.

Although production started and ended in 1985 in British Columbia over 40 days, the film was not released until January 1987. Upon its release, the film has became a moderate success, grossing $2.4 million at the box office. The film has received critical acclaim, with many praising O'Quinn's role. The film has since gained a cult following, and was followed by two sequels, released in 1989 and 1992, and a remake, also called The Stepfather, which was released on October 16, 2009.

Synopsis

The film opens with Henry Morrison washing off blood, in a bathroom, before changing his appearance and putting a few of his belongings into a suitcase. After packing his things, Henry leaves through the front door of his house, nonchalantly passing the butchered remains of his family and others. Boarding a ferry, Henry throws the suitcase containing the objects from his former life into the ocean. One year later, Henry — now operating as a real estate agent named Jerry Blake — has married the widow Susan Maine. Jerry's relationship with Susan's 16-year-old daughter, Stephanie, is strained. Her psychiatrist, Dr. Bondurant, advises her to give Jerry a chance.

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