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The Fan

The Fan

The final act is murder.

A record store clerk is an obsessed fan of an actress of stage and screen. However, when faced with rejection, the fan strikes out in increasingly violent ways.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Fan
  • Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1981-05-15
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 5.8/10 (53 votes)
  • Budget: $10,000,000
  • Revenue: $3,100,000
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Robert Stigwood Organization
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4649
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall

as Sally Ross

James Garner

James Garner

as Jake Berman

Maureen Stapleton

Maureen Stapleton

as Belle Goldman

Héctor Elizondo

Héctor Elizondo

as Police Inspector Raphael Andrews

Michael Biehn

Michael Biehn

as Douglas Breen

Anna Maria Horsford

Anna Maria Horsford

as Emily Stolz

Kurt Johnson

Kurt Johnson

as David Branum

Feiga Martinez

Feiga Martinez

as Elsa

Reed Jones

Reed Jones

as Choreographer

Kaiulani Lee

Kaiulani Lee

as Douglas' Sister

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

David DeCoteau on THE FAN

The Fan 1981 TV trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fan?

The Fan is a Drama, Horror, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1981-05-15.

Who are the main actors in The Fan?

The main cast includes Lauren Bacall, James Garner, Maureen Stapleton, Héctor Elizondo, Michael Biehn, .

Where can I watch The Fan online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Fan is available.

Is The Fan based on a true story?

The final act is murder.

What is the IMDb rating of The Fan?

The Fan has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 53 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Fan?

The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $3,100,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Fan?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Robert Stigwood Organization. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Fan filmed?

The Fan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Fan?

The total runtime of The Fan is 95 minutes.

Is The Fan suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Fan?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Fan.

Does The Fan have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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