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Release Year1991
Runtime1h 42m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresHorror, Comedy
Votes781
DirectorWes Craven
WritersWes Craven
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe People Under the Stairs
About The People Under the Stairs
Trapped inside a fortified home owned by a mysterious couple, a young boy quickly learns the true nature of the homicidal inhabitants, and secret creatures hidden deep within the walls.
Directed by Wes Craven, The People Under the Stairs leans on a strong ensemble — Brandon Quintin Adams, Everett McGill, Wendy Robie — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about horror titles of 1991.
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