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Pulse

PG-131h 31m1988Paul Golding
IMDb: 5.5/10Rotten: 60%
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"The ultimate shocker."

An intelligent pulse of electricity moves from house to house, terrorizing occupants through their own appliances. Having already destroyed one household in a quiet neighborhood, the pulse finds itself in the home of a boy and his divorced father.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pulse (1988) about?

An intelligent pulse of electricity moves from house to house, terrorizing occupants through their own appliances. Having already destroyed one household in a quiet neighborhood, the pulse finds itself in the home of a boy and his divorced father.

Who stars in Pulse?

Pulse stars Cliff DeYoung (Bill Rockland), Roxanne Hart (Ellen Rockland), Joey Lawrence (David Rockland), Matthew Lawrence (Stevie), Charles Tyner (Old Man). The film was directed by Paul Golding.

How long is Pulse?

Pulse has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1988. It is rated PG-13.

Is Pulse worth watching?

Pulse holds an IMDb rating of 5.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 60. Fans of Horror, Science Fiction, Sci-Fi are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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