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Graveyard Shift 1990

★ 5.4286 votes89 min📅 1990-10-26

"Stephen King took you to the edge with The Shining and Pet Sematary. This time... he pushes you over."

Directed by Ralph S. Singleton, *Graveyard Shift (1990)* plunges viewers into a dark tale of dread set in a small Maine textile mill. The story follows John Hall, a wandering drifter who lands a job on the overnight shift—cleaning the mill's neglected basement.

Director: Ralph S. Singleton

Cast

David Andrews
David Andrews
John Hall
Kelly Wolf
Kelly Wolf
Jane Wisconsky
Stephen Macht
Stephen Macht
Warwick
Andrew Divoff
Andrew Divoff
Danson
Vic Polizos
Vic Polizos
Brogan
Brad Dourif
Brad Dourif
The Exterminator
Robert Alan Beuth
Robert Alan Beuth
Ippeston
Ilona Margolis
Nordello
Jimmy Woodard
Carmichael
Jonathan Emerson
Jason Reed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Graveyard Shift (1990) about?

A drifter named John Hall takes a job cleaning the basement of a Maine textile mill during the graveyard shift. What starts as routine work turns into a battle against a grotesque, ancient entity lurking in the mill's depths. The film blends survival horror with psychological tension.

Who directed Graveyard Shift?

Ralph S. Singleton directed *Graveyard Shift (1990)*, bringing a gritty, atmospheric style to this Stephen King-inspired horror story.

Who stars in Graveyard Shift?

The cast features David Andrews as John Hall, Kelly Wolf as Jane Wisconsky, Stephen Macht as Warwick, and Brad Dourif in a chilling supporting role.

Is Graveyard Shift (1990) worth watching?

If you enjoy slow-burn horror with genuine creep factor, *Graveyard Shift (1990)* delivers. While not a flawless film, its claustrophobic setting and unsettling atmosphere make it a cult favorite among horror fans. It's a solid pick for those who like their scares with a side of dread.

How long is Graveyard Shift?

This 1990 horror film has a runtime of 89 minutes.

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About Graveyard Shift (1990) — A Stephen King-Inspired Horror Nightmare in a Maine Textile Mill

Directed by Ralph S. Singleton, *Graveyard Shift (1990)* plunges viewers into a dark tale of dread set in a small Maine textile mill. The story follows John Hall, a wandering drifter who lands a job on the overnight shift—cleaning the mill's neglected basement. What begins as a straightforward task quickly spirals into a nightmare when the workers uncover something ancient and hungrily monstrous lurking in the shadows. With eerie tension and relentless suspense, this Stephen King-inspired horror film blends claustrophobic dread with visceral creature-feature thrills.

As the crew descends into the mill's grimy depths, paranoia sets in. The deeper they go, the more the environment warps—claustrophobic corridors, flickering lights, and the gnawing sense that they're not alone. David Andrews leads the cast as Hall, a man drawn into a battle for survival against forces beyond comprehension, while Brad Dourif's unsettling presence adds layers of unpredictability. *Graveyard Shift (1990)* isn't just a monster movie; it's a slow-burn descent into madness, where the real terror comes from what might be hiding in the dark.