Synopsis
Roger Cobb, a divorced horror novelist coming to terms with the disappearance of his young son, inherits an old mansion home to malevolent supernatural residents.
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Cast
- William KattRoger Cobb
- George WendtHarold Gorton
- Richard MollBig Ben
- Kay LenzSandy Sinclair
- Mary StavinTanya
- Michael EnsignChet Parker
- Erik SilverJimmy
- Mark SilverJimmy
- Susan FrenchAunt Elizabeth
- Alan AutryCop #3
Recommendations
- 88
Slant Magazine
House has a superb premise that begs for a more ambitious framework, both formally and psychologically. - 70
The New York Times
It has a style that is unexpectedly snappy. Scares are not its strong suit, but it has a trim, bright look and better performances than might be expected. William Katt, looking weathered and sounding very Robert Redfordlike as Roger Cobb, brings some conviction to his role, and George Wendt is funny as a nosy next-door neighbor named Harold. - 25
Chicago Tribune
This House ought to be condemned for its insulting use of the Vietnam War and children as props for its nonsensical violence tinged with pathetic attempts at humor. [4 March 1986, p.C4] - 25
Miami Herald
Parts of House are certainly meant to be funny, and other parts draw laughs the way the tools move, without the apparent intent of their creators. As haunted-house tales go, House is something of a bust. [4 March 1986, p.B5] - 20
Variety
Filmmakers Sean S. Cunningham and Steve Miner scored hits with several simple Friday the 13th films but tackle a more complex story here with embarrassing results.
