The Dead

A vast, merry, and uncommon tale of love.

19871h 23m6.9(198 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

After a convivial holiday dinner party, things begin to unravel when a husband and wife address some prickly issues concerning their marriage.

The Dead (1987) is a drama film directed by John Huston. It stars Anjelica Huston, Donal McCann, and Dan O'Herlihy. The film runs for 1 hour 23 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 198 votes.

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Director

John Huston

Cast

Anjelica Huston

Gretta Conroy

Donal McCann

Gabriel Conroy

Dan O'Herlihy

Mr. Browne

Helena Carroll

Aunt Kate

Cathleen Delany

Aunt Julia

Ingrid Craigie

Mary Jane

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dead

Where can I watch The Dead?

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Who stars in The Dead?

The Dead stars Anjelica Huston, Donal McCann, Dan O'Herlihy, and Helena Carroll, and was directed by John Huston.

How long is The Dead?

The Dead has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes.

When did The Dead come out?

The Dead was released in 1987.

What genre is The Dead?

The Dead is a drama film.

Is The Dead worth watching?

The Dead holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.