Witchboard

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Witchboard

R

1986

1h 38m

Horror

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When Jim (Todd Allen) and Linda (Tawny Kitaen) decide to throw a party, Linda's ex-boyfriend -- and Jim's ex-friend -- Brandon (Stephen Nichols) brings out a Ouija board to contact a pleasant, childish spirit named David with whom he communicates often. Apparently, the lines get crossed, because they instead reach across the supernatural divide to the decidedly less pleasant Malfeitor, who uses his connection to the world of the living to wreak havoc and terrify his new acquaintances.

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Richard Freedman

Newark Star-Ledger

Jan 16

Lethargically directed by Kevin S. Tenney, who also wrote the screenplay, "Witchboard" proves you don't need to drink decaffeinated coffee to sleep like a baby -- from frame one on.

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Sarah Vincent

Sarah G Vincent Views

Aug 19

“Witchboard” is an uneven horror classic that has a strong narrative, but the execution needed improvement.

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Trace Thurman

Horror Queers Podcast

01/04/2022

2/5

It has some interesting ideas but this is a dull, flatly-directed and brightly-lit slog of a "horror" film.

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Joe Lipsett

Horror Queers Podcast

12/30/2021

This 80s possession "thriller" is equal parts dumb and silly, but its (unintentional?) fascination with the gay relationship between Brandon and Jim elevates it. Plus Tawny Kitaen's luscious hair in a number of hats!

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C.H. Newell

Father Son Holy Gore

05/01/2019

3.5/5

Witchboard played its own part in making the Ouija board and the idea of playing around with it when you don't understand the implications a genre staple.

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Heather Wixson

Daily Dead

01/08/2016

2.5/5

By and large, Witchboard is a movie I enjoy, but mostly for the nostalgia factor and the fact that Tenney was taking some risks at that particular time in the genre.

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Farah R.

@Farah Dec 11

Witchboard isn’t a brainless ghost movie. It’s got an intriguing premise that wasn’t executed well enough due to its low budget. The acting wasn’t the best either, but the story is so compelling, it’s impossible to stop watching.

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Mania I.

@TheMania510 Nov 9

A fun little popcorn horror movie that gets bigged down by overacting and underwriting. Moves at a good pace and has heart.

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Anthony H.

@Hardy Aug 14

Witchboard was a corny yet intriguing movie. However, it was unfortunately predictable in its main antagonist. While it was a good film for its time, it falls short in modern times. It was interesting enough to keep my attention, but not something I would watch again.

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Melissa L

@Agent99 08/05/2025

I missed seeing this movie in the '80s. I think it's another great '80s horror flick with some recognizable stars. In addition, along with most '80s horror movies, it has some good music in it. I liked the storyline and ending, and I thought the acting was great, as well. Once again, I would advise you to ignore the low ratings, and if you're a fan of '80s horror movies, check out this one!

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Jay H

@RT70414899 10/05/2024

This would be a good horror movie to show to someone who doesn't really like the genre, or isn't very familiar with it. It's spooky without being scary, it has mild gore, and a fairly solid story. The acting is good, too.

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J.D. C

@RT37093956 06/04/2024

This 80's movie was definitely BETTER than all the other Ouija movies out there today. It was well casted, great special effects and just creepy with a great story. It stuck to the rules, NEVER play it by yourself, NEVER trust anyone on the other side and if you're addicted to the board...then you need a medium! The film itself was incredibly true and in this case the medium was even killed by having the wrong spirit go through her. The music was eerie and the film gave a vibe of classic 80's horror. Not even the new Ouija Board movies can compare to this one. The best thing about it was that there were NO CGI effects at all except for the final scene. The acting was great and so was the story. I highly recommend this flick if you're an 80's horror fan.

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Synopsis

When Jim (Todd Allen) and Linda (Tawny Kitaen) decide to throw a party, Linda's ex-boyfriend -- and Jim's ex-friend -- Brandon (Stephen Nichols) brings out a Ouija board to contact a pleasant, childish spirit named David with whom he communicates often. Apparently, the lines get crossed, because they instead reach across the supernatural divide to the decidedly less pleasant Malfeitor, who uses his connection to the world of the living to wreak havoc and terrify his new acquaintances.

Director: Kevin Tenney
Producer: Gerald Geoffray
Screenwriter: Kevin Tenney
Production Co: Paragon Arts International
Rating: R
Genre: Horror
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 31, 1986, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 5, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $5.1M
Runtime: 1h 38m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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