Puppetmaster (1989): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Puppetmaster is a 1989 sci-fi thriller directed by David Schmoeller, starring Barbara Crampton, Paul Le Mat and William Hickey. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- David Schmoeller
- Original language
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English - Studio
- '84 Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Puppetmaster About?
The premise of Puppetmaster without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A group of psychics finds themselves targeted by a vengeful spirit linked to a former colleague. Driven by madness and despair following a tragic end, the ghost unleashes an army of deadly puppets to seek revenge on those who survived. The psychics must confront their shared past and fight for survival against the puppet master’s horrifying plan.
Puppetmaster Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- puppet
- evil doll
- female nudity
- trenchcoat
- cult film
- supernatural power
- murder
- 1980s
- camera shot of feet
- female bare feet
- full moon
- first part
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- sex scene
- widow
- dead body
- coffin
- trunk
- egyptian
- scroll
- alchemy
- fireplace
- fire poker
- piano
- doll
- gun
- bludgeon
- scream
- professor
- yale university
- anthropologist
- bathtub
- bathroom
- wearing pantyhose over head
- burning sage
- candle
- carnival
- chicken foot
- brass bed
- voice recorder
- tied to bed
- voodoo candle
- taxidermy
- dog
- hallway
- carpet
- hook
- chair
- peeping tom
- keyhole
- blindfolded
Puppetmaster Cast
Barbara Crampton leads the cast, with Paul Le Mat and William Hickey. Directed by David Schmoeller; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director David Schmoeller
Also Starring in Puppetmaster
· 6 moreMore from David Schmoeller
More films directed by David Schmoeller, best-rated first: The Seduction, Netherworld, Catacombs and Tourist Trap.
Puppetmaster Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate Puppetmaster 5.5/10.
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IMDb 5.5 /10
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TMDB 58% User score
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Puppetmaster Plot Summary
What happens in Puppetmaster from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1939, nestled within the eerie ambiance of the Bodega Bay Inn in California, an elderly puppeteer named André Toulon brings his masterful creation, Jester, to life. Anticipating a bright future for his artistry, Toulon’s plans take a grim turn when two Nazi spies approach him, intent on uncovering his secrets. Luckily, his animated puppet Kahn warns him of the impending danger, leading Toulon to securely hide his living puppets in a concealed compartment. Just as the Nazis invade his sanctuary, Toulon makes the heart-wrenching decision to end his life, sealing the fate of his creations.
Full summary
The whole story of Puppetmaster, scene by scene
Puppetmaster Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 clip.
- Trailer Puppetmaster (1989) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
- Clip Opening Scene
How Well Do You Know Puppetmaster?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the elderly puppeteer in 'Puppetmaster'?
Cars in Puppetmaster
4 cars on screen, including the 1934 Pierce-Arrow Model 840-A and the 1978 Checker Taxicab.
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1978 Lincoln Continental Background role
Puppetmaster Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Puppet Master 1” and “Puppet Master - El amo de las marionetas”.
- Also known as
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- Puppet Master 1
- Puppet Master - El amo de las marionetas
- Puppet Master 01
- El amo de las marionetas 1
- Puppet Master I
- The Puppet Master
- Charles Band's Puppet Master
- Puppet master - Il burattinaio
- O Mestre dos Brinquedos
- Puppet Master (El amo de las marionetas)
- Повелитель кукол
- Władca lalek
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- Mistr loutkář
- Gyilkos bábok
- El amo de las marionetas
- Kukla Ustası
- 魔偶奇谭
- Lėlininkas
- 조종자
- Le marionnettiste
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Movies Like Puppetmaster
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Puppet Master II, Puppet Master III and Curse of the Puppet Master.
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Puppet Master II 1990 -
Puppet Master III 1991 -
Curse of the Puppet Master 1998 -
Puppet Master vs Demonic Toys 2004 -
Puppet Master: The Legacy 2003 -
The Puppetman 2023 -
Puppet Killer 2019 -
Puppet Master: Axis Termination 2017 -
Retro Puppet Master 1999 -
The Puppet Masters 1994 -
Puppet Master: The Littlest Reich 2018 -
The Puppet 2021
Puppetmaster FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Puppetmaster, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Puppetmaster?
Puppetmaster runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Puppetmaster released?
Puppetmaster was released on June 1, 1989.
Who directed Puppetmaster?
Puppetmaster was directed by David Schmoeller.
More films by David Schmoeller Who is in the cast of Puppetmaster?
Puppetmaster stars Barbara Crampton, Paul Le Mat and William Hickey, among 10 credited actors.
How is Puppetmaster rated?
Puppetmaster has 5.5/10 on IMDb and 58% on TMDB.
Does Puppetmaster have a post-credit scene?
No. Puppetmaster has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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