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Judson's Release (1971)

Movie 15 min

Horror Thriller

Dan O’Bannon stars in one of the first iterations of the classic "the babysitter and the man upstairs" urban legend that would go on to influence such films as "Black Christmas" (1974), "Halloween" (1978) and "When a Stranger Calls" (1979).

Alec Lorimore Writer Terence H. Winkless Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1971
Runtime
15 min
Studio
Verexal Production

Cast

Mary Burkin Julie Dan O'Bannon Dan O'Bannon Breather Milton C. Hubatka Phil Stephanie Smith Supervisor Diann Larson Daniel Owen Randy Raymond Al Stefan Rosalie Mack Terence H. Winkless Terence H. Winkless

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Frequently asked questions

What is Judson's Release about?
Dan O’Bannon stars in one of the first iterations of the classic "the babysitter and the man upstairs" urban legend that would go on to influence such films as "Black Christmas" (1974), "Halloween" (1978) and "When a Stranger Calls" (1979).
Who directed Judson's Release?
Judson's Release was directed by Terence H. Winkless.
Who stars in Judson's Release?
Judson's Release stars Mary Burkin, Dan O'Bannon, Milton C. Hubatka, Stephanie Smith.
When was Judson's Release released?
Judson's Release is a 1971 horror, thriller film.
Where can I watch Judson's Release?
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