Movie

The Returning

“An obsessive ghost love story”

★ 7.5(3)19901h 38m

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Good to know

Director: John Day
Release date: 1990-12-10
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Budget: $1,500,000
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: New Zealand Film Commission

About The Returning

The Returning is a 1990 movie in the Horror and Thriller genres, directed by John Day, starring Phillip Gordon, Alison Routledge and Max Cullen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Returning in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A successful city lawyer abandons his practice and heads out to the country. There he comes upon a stately, but neglected, homestead. He moves in, and during his first night a beautiful ghostly woman makes love to him, in his sleep. Soon his dreams become more engrossing than his everyday world and girlfriend. Gradually he unravels the tragedy of his spirit lovers' past. To respond to her call, he needs to embrace the hearafter.

Cast

Phillip Gordon

Alan Steadman

Alison Routledge

Jessica Scott

Max Cullen

Father Donohue

Jim Moriarty

George

John Ewart

Steadman Senior

Grant Tilly

Dr. Pitts

Jenny Ryken

Charlotte Heatherington

Frank Whitten

Mr Spiggs

Judie Douglass

Miriam

Themes & keywords

supernaturalcursedeathghost

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Returning in Mexico?+

The Returning is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Returning on Netflix?+

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How long is The Returning?+

The Returning has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in The Returning?+

The Returning stars Phillip Gordon, Alison Routledge, Max Cullen, Jim Moriarty and John Ewart.

When did The Returning come out?+

The Returning is a 1990 movie directed by John Day.

What genre is The Returning?+

The Returning is Horror and Thriller film.

Who directed The Returning?+

The Returning was directed by John Day.