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Cthulhu 2008

★ 4.949 votes100 min📅 2008-08-22

"Welcome home... to the end of the world."

In Dan Gildark's atmospheric horror-thriller Cthulhu (2008), a Seattle academic returns to his Oregon hometown to settle his late mother's estate, only to confront eerie echoes of his estranged past.

Director: Dan Gildark

Cast

Jason Cottle
Jason Cottle
Russ
Casey Curran
Club Kid
Cara Buono
Cara Buono
Dannie
Hunter Stroud
Teen Russ
Rob Hamm
Jake
Scott Patrick Green
Scott Patrick Green
Mike (as Scott Green)
Tori Spelling
Tori Spelling
Susan
Dennis Kleinsmith
Dennis Kleinsmith
Reverend Marsh
Joe Shapiro
Barnes
Keifer Grimm
Teen Mike

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cthulhu (2008) about?

A disillusioned Seattle professor returns to his Oregon roots to manage his mother's estate, reuniting with his childhood friend and uncovering his father's sinister cult. As strange occurrences escalate, he becomes entangled in a web of apocalyptic visions tied to cosmic horror.

Who directed Cthulhu?

Dan Gildark directed Cthulhu (2008), steering the film toward its moody, atmospheric horror-thriller roots.

Who stars in Cthulhu?

The cast includes Jason Cottle, Cara Buono, Rob Hamm, Hunter Stroud, and Scott Patrick Green.

Is Cthulhu (2008) worth watching?

Cthulhu (2008) delivers a slow-burn horror experience with a strong sense of dread and compelling performances. Fans of atmospheric, cult-themed thrillers will find much to appreciate, even if it's not a mainstream hit.

How long is Cthulhu?

Cthulhu (2008) runs for 100 minutes.

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About Cthulhu (2008) — A Small-Town Horror Where the Past Isn't Dead

In Dan Gildark's atmospheric horror-thriller Cthulhu (2008), a Seattle academic returns to his Oregon hometown to settle his late mother's estate, only to confront eerie echoes of his estranged past. Haunted by memories of a childhood friendship and a lingering unresolved connection, he stumbles upon his father's enigmatic New Age cult—one that hides a terrifying, apocalyptic secret. As unsettling events spiral out of control, the professor finds himself entangled in a nightmare of cosmic dread, where the boundaries between reality and cultish fanaticism begin to blur.

Crafted with a moody Pacific Northwest aesthetic, Cthulhu (2008) blends psychological tension with supernatural dread, creating an eerie atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll. With standout performances from Jason Cottle and Cara Buono, the film explores themes of isolation, obsession, and the chilling power of belief systems gone wrong.