Hysterical (1983 film)
| Company type | Film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motion picture |
| Founded | 1983 |
| Founder | Chris Bearde (director) |
| Products | Comedy film |
Hysterical is a 1983 American comedy film directed by Chris Bearde and distributed by Embassy Pictures on July 30. Produced with a budget of $6 million, this movie parodies the horror film genre and features the Hudson Brothers in leading roles.
The story centers on Frederic "Casper" Lansing, a writer who travels to a haunted lighthouse located in Oregon in search of creative inspiration. He becomes involved in a supernatural plot that includes Venetia and Captain Howdy. As the ghost of Howdy starts murdering individuals, two paranormal experts are summoned to investigate the lighthouse’s past and solve the eerie mystery.
Cast
- Bill Hudson as Frederic "Casper" Lansing
- Mark Hudson as Dr. Paul Batton
- Brett Hudson as Fritz Batton
- Cindy Pickett as Kate
- Richard Kiel as Captain James Howdy
- Julie Newmar as Venetia
- Bud Cort as Dr. John
- Robert Donner as Ralph
- Murray Hamilton as The Mayor
- Clint Walker as The Sheriff
- Franklyn Ajaye as Leroy
- Charlie Callas as Count Dracula
- Keenan Wynn as Old Fisherman
- Gary Owens as TV announcer
- John Larroquette as Bob X. Cursion
Home media
On January 30, 2001, Hysterical became available on DVD, released by Image Entertainment.