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Shocker

R19891h 51mWes Craven
IMDb 5.5 · Rotten Tomatoes 30% · Metacritic 51

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"No More Mr. Nice Guy"

About to be electrocuted for a catalog of heinous crimes, the unrepentant Horace Pinker transforms into a terrifying energy source. Only young athlete Jonathan Parker, with an uncanny connection to him through bizarre dreams, can fight the powerful demon.

HorrorThriller
Death PenaltyPsychopathSadisticDetectiveBlackoutGoreMurderElectric ChairCapital PunishmentSlasher

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What is Shocker (1989) about?

About to be electrocuted for a catalog of heinous crimes, the unrepentant Horace Pinker transforms into a terrifying energy source. Only young athlete Jonathan Parker, with an uncanny connection to him through bizarre dreams, can fight the powerful demon.

Who stars in Shocker?

Shocker stars Michael Murphy (Lt. Don Parker), Mitch Pileggi (Horace Pinker), Peter Berg (Jonathan Parker), Camille Cooper (Alison), Sam Scarber (Cooper). The film was directed by Wes Craven.

How long is Shocker?

Shocker has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1989. It is rated R.

Is Shocker worth watching?

Shocker holds an IMDb rating of 5.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 30. Fans of Horror, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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