Movie

The Returning

“A curse born after a thousand years... ...coming for revenge!”

★ 4.4(4)19831h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Joel Bender
Release date: 1983-01-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Willow Productions Company

About The Returning

The Returning is a 1983 movie in the Horror and Mystery genres, directed by Joel Bender, starring Susan Strasberg, Gabriel Walsh and Victor Arnold. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.4/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Returning in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two different men are possessed by spirits of Native Americans after they separately wander into a sacred burial ground. When John and Sybil come home with their son after a trip to the Mojave Desert, they bring an unusual stone back as a memento of the trip. The stone seems to cause strange noises and other horrible inexplicable phenomena.

Cast

Susan Strasberg

Sybil Ophir

Gabriel Walsh

John Ophir

Victor Arnold

Al Lyons

Ruth Warrick

Grace

H.E.D. Redford

Mr. Rizer

Mostea Oshley

Medicine Man

Rick Barker

Spikee

Logan Field

Jimmy the Bartender

Jay Bernard

Mr. Lyons

Yvonne Robertson

Mrs. Lyons

Lucius M. Ward

Dr. Norton

Max Golightly

Mr. James

Themes & keywords

tentexorcismpossessionbicycle

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Returning in South Africa?+

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

Is The Returning on Netflix?+

The Returning is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Returning?+

The Returning has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Returning?+

The Returning stars Susan Strasberg, Gabriel Walsh, Victor Arnold, Ruth Warrick and H.E.D. Redford.

When did The Returning come out?+

The Returning is a 1983 movie directed by Joel Bender.

What genre is The Returning?+

The Returning is Horror and Mystery film.

Who directed The Returning?+

The Returning was directed by Joel Bender.