Fanged Up (2017): Cast & Ratings
Fanged Up is a 2017 comedy horror film directed by Christian James, starring Steven Berkoff as Governor Payne, Vas Blackwood and Stephen Marcus. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes. Its Echo Score is 24/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Director
- Christian James
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Altitude Film Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fanged Up About?
The premise of Fanged Up without spoilers.
A young man finds himself unexpectedly incarcerated in a prison unlike any other, quickly discovering it serves a sinister purpose. Unbeknownst to him, the prison guards are vampires, and the inmates are their prey, trapped in a horrifying cycle of survival. He must find a way to escape the prison's dark secret and the bloodthirsty creatures that control it.
Fanged Up Themes & Keywords
· 12 tags- vampire
- blood
- prison
- male virgin
- inmate
- gay secondary character
- stake
- warden
- riot
- shotgun
- bound and gagged
- gay character
Fanged Up Cast & Characters
Steven Berkoff leads the cast as Governor Payne, with Vas Blackwood as Shifty and Stephen Marcus as Reeves. Directed by Christian James; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Christian James
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Steven Berkoff as Governor Payne - Vas Blackwood as Shifty
- Stephen Marcus as Reeves
- Joe Egan as Brute
Also Starring in Fanged Up
· 10 more- Terry Stone Howard Storm
- Roland Manookian Albert
- Ian Reddington Francis the Bus Driver
- Amber Doig-Thorne Kelly
- Ewen MacIntosh Bob the Patient
- Daniel O'Reilly Jimmy Ragsdale
- Lucy Pinder Kathyn
- Lauren Socha Ms Renfield
- Stuart Bennett Victor Stanczyk
- Danielle Harold Katie Makepeace
More from Christian James
More films directed by Christian James: Night Feed, Goblin?, Stalled and Freak Out.
Fanged Up Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 24/100, strongest in character & emotion (30) and weakest in art & craft (20).
Fanged Up Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, the film is received as a largely unsatisfying effort, with the majority of commentary highlighting fundamental flaws across multiple dimensions. Critics point to weak direction, inconsistent acting, a muddled storyline, and an overall lack of engaging sensory elements. While a few observers mention occasional humor or a solitary strong performance, these sparse positives do not offset the pervasive negative sentiment, resulting in a low overall rating.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 20
In terms of direction and overall craft, the consensus is markedly negative. Reviewers describe the direction as poorly executed, noting a lack of coherent vision and low production values. No praise is offered for cinematography, design, or editing, suggesting these elements do not stand out positively. Consequently, the artistic execution is assessed as weak and contributes to a low score.
- Character & Emotion 30
When evaluating performances, criticism dominates, with numerous remarks about uninspired acting and a lack of charisma in the lead. However, a few comments acknowledge a decent supporting turn and an unexpected solid performance by a secondary actor. This mixed but overall unfavorable view results in a modestly low character score, reflecting limited emotional resonance and uneven acting quality.
- Story & Flow 25
The narrative is widely regarded as incoherent and thin. Reviewers repeatedly cite a nonsensical plot, underdeveloped horror elements, and a script that fails to deliver comedic or frightening impact. Though one mention notes an entertaining humor layer for certain audiences, the prevailing assessment is that the story lacks cohesion and engagement, yielding a low story rating.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory components such as sound, music, and visual style receive little specific attention, implying they do not leave a strong impression. The absence of commendation, coupled with an overall sense of a low‑budget presentation, leads to a modest evaluation. The film’s auditory and visual experience is therefore considered adequate at best, without notable strengths.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch potential appears minimal. Critics describe the viewing experience as tiring and advise against repeat viewings, labeling the film a waste of time. A small number of reviewers concede it might serve as background entertainment when alternatives are lacking, but the dominant perspective suggests limited lasting appeal, resulting in a low rewatch factor.
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Fanged Up FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Fanged Up, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fanged Up?
Fanged Up runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was Fanged Up released?
Fanged Up was released on October 31, 2017.
Who directed Fanged Up?
Fanged Up was directed by Christian James.
More films by Christian James Who is in the cast of Fanged Up?
Fanged Up stars Steven Berkoff as Governor Payne, Vas Blackwood as Shifty and Stephen Marcus as Reeves, among 14 credited actors.
Does Fanged Up have a post-credit scene?
No. Fanged Up has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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