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The Changeling

R19801h 47mPeter Medak
IMDb 7.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 85% · Metacritic 70
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"Whatever you do… Don't go into the attic"

After a tragic event happens, composer John Russell moves to Seattle to try to overcome it and build a new and peaceful life in a lonely big house that has been uninhabited for many years. But, soon after, the obscure history of such an old mansion and his own past begin to haunt him.

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ComposerSeattle, WashingtonMediumSéanceIsolated HouseMusic ProfessorHistorical SocietyCanuxploitationTraumatized ManTense

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Changeling (1980) about?

After a tragic event happens, composer John Russell moves to Seattle to try to overcome it and build a new and peaceful life in a lonely big house that has been uninhabited for many years. But, soon after, the obscure history of such an old mansion and his own past begin to haunt him.

Who stars in The Changeling?

The Changeling stars George C. Scott (John Russell), Trish Van Devere (Claire Norman), Melvyn Douglas (Senator Carmichael), John Colicos (Captain DeWitt), Barry Morse (Parapsychologist). The film was directed by Peter Medak.

How long is The Changeling?

The Changeling has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1980. It is rated R.

Is The Changeling worth watching?

The Changeling holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 85. Fans of Horror are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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