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The Dolls (1987): Cast & Ratings

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The Dolls is a 1987 horror film directed by Stuart Gordon, starring Hilary Mason, Guy Rolfe and Ian Patrick Williams. It runs 1 hour 17 minutes. Critics gave it 55 on Metacritic.

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The Dolls (1987) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 17m (77 min)
Director
Stuart Gordon
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Dolls About?

The premise of The Dolls without spoilers.

This unsettling horror film explores the dark side of artistic struggle through haunting stop-motion animation and an eerie soundtrack. It delves into the everyday terrors faced by creatives, examining the twisted fears that fuel their inspiration. The story follows individuals across various locations, including the U.S., Ecuador, Portugal, and Europe, revealing the psychological challenges inherent in the creative process.

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Cast & crew

The Dolls Cast

Hilary Mason leads the cast, with Guy Rolfe and Ian Patrick Williams. Directed by Stuart Gordon; 8 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Stuart Gordon

More films directed by Stuart Gordon, best-rated first: Re-Animator, Edmond, From Beyond and Stuck.

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Ratings

The Dolls Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Dolls 55 on Metacritic.

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FAQ

The Dolls FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Dolls, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Dolls?

The Dolls runs 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).

When was The Dolls released?

The Dolls was released on May 29, 1987.

Who directed The Dolls?

The Dolls was directed by Stuart Gordon.

More films by Stuart Gordon

Who is in the cast of The Dolls?

The Dolls stars Hilary Mason, Guy Rolfe and Ian Patrick Williams, among 8 credited actors.

How is The Dolls rated?

The Dolls has 55 on Metacritic and 80% on TMDB.

Does The Dolls have a post-credit scene?

No. The Dolls has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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