The Burning
A legend of terror isn't a campfire story anymore!
A caretaker at a summer camp is burned when a prank goes tragically wrong. After several years of intensive treatment at hospital, he is released back into society, albeit missing some social skills. What follows is a bloody killing spree with the caretaker making his way back to his old stomping ground to confront one of the youths that accidentally burned him.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Burning
- Genres: Horror
- Release Date: 1981-05-08
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 6.207/10 (425 votes)
- Budget: $1,500,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Miramax, The Cropsy Venture, Filmways Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.998
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Brian Matthews
as Todd
Leah Ayres
as Michelle
Brian Backer
as Alfred
Larry Joshua
as Glazer
Jason Alexander
as Dave
Ned Eisenberg
as Eddy
Carrick Glenn
as Sally
Carolyn Houlihan
as Karen
Fisher Stevens
as Woodstock
Lou David
as Cropsy
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Jack Sholder on editing The Burning
BLOOD N FIRE MEMORIES Making The Burning with TOM SAVINI
The Burning (1981) - Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Burning?▼
The Burning is a Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1981-05-08.
Who are the main actors in The Burning?▼
The main cast includes Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, Brian Backer, Larry Joshua, Jason Alexander, .
Where can I watch The Burning online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Burning is available.
Is The Burning based on a true story?▼
A legend of terror isn't a campfire story anymore!
What is the IMDb rating of The Burning?▼
The Burning has an IMDb rating of 6.207/10 based on 425 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Burning?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,500,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Burning?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Miramax, The Cropsy Venture, Filmways Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Burning filmed?▼
The Burning was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Burning?▼
The total runtime of The Burning is 91 minutes.
Is The Burning suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Burning?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Burning.
Does The Burning have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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