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Every 21 years a formidable strangler is on the loose in Seattle RELEASED TO TV IN EARLY 1973 and directed by Dan Curtis, "The Night Strangler" chronicles events in Seattle when the strangled bodies of several young women are found. Intr...
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The Night Strangler
1973
Movie
90 min
English
After being run out of Las Vegas, reporter Carl Kolchak heads for Seattle and another reporting job with the local paper. It's not long before he’s on the trail of another string of bizarre murders. It seems that every 21 years, for the past century, a killer murders a certain number of people, drains them of their blood, and then disappears into the night. Kolchak is on his trail, but can he stop him?
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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Dan Curtis•Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Plot Summary
Investigative reporter Carl Kolchak travels to Seattle to probe a series of gruesome murders. He discovers that the killer is an immortal alchemist who has been periodically resurfacing every 20 years to continue his bloody spree. Kolchak must race against time to expose the ancient killer before he claims more victims and disappears once again.
Critical Reception
The Night Strangler, a sequel to 'The Night Stalker', was generally well-received for its suspenseful plot, Darren McGavin's compelling performance, and its blend of horror and mystery elements. It is considered a strong entry in the Kolchak series, praised for its effective scares and intriguing premise.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its chilling atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.
Darren McGavin's portrayal of Carl Kolchak is a highlight, bringing depth and charisma to the role.
Effectively blends horror elements with a compelling mystery.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Seattle, Washington, and the production team worked to incorporate recognizable landmarks into the storyline.
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John Chard
I just saw your "so-called killer" wipe up the street with your so-called police force! After the success the previous year of The Night Stalker, Carl Kolchak (Darren McGavin) returns for another feature film. The intrepid reporter with ...