Deadline (1980) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Deadline (1980) — A horror film about a screenwriter who loses the ability to distinguish between his fantasy Streaming on Eternal Family...
Deadline (1980) Storyline
A horror film about a screenwriter who loses the ability to distinguish between his fantasy world and the real world, with disastrous consequences. As he ruminates on his place in any world and loses his grip, he also loses his wife and his children's respect, and critics tear him apart. The final undoing of this screenwriter is a deadline that must be met at all costs, costs that perhaps are too great.
Full Cast & Crew
- Stephen Young as Steven Lessey
- Sharon Masters as Elizabeth Lessey
- Marvin Goldhar as Burt Horowitz
- Jeannie Elias as Darlene Winters
- Cindy Hinds as Sharon Lessey
- Phillip Leonard as Philip Lessey
- Tod Woodcroft as David Lessey
- Bev Marsh as Martha Lessey
- Carole Pope as Herself
- Kevan Staples as Punk Rock Band Member
- Ken Camroux-Taylor as Moderator
- Philip Akin as Student #1
- Bill Yak as Student #2
- Louis Negin as Older Man
- James Kidnie as Younger Man
Why Watch Deadline?
The Vibe: Deadline is a chilling, atmospheric, and full of suspense horror movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1980. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for thrill-seekers and fans of the macabre. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with horror-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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