Open House 1987
"Now it's open season for murder."
In the grimy neon glow of 1980s Los Angeles, a chilling thriller unfolds as a deranged killer targets young real estate agents, leaving a trail of blood soaked in the glossy promises of suburban dreams.
Director: Jag Mundhra
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open House (1987) about?
Open House (1987) follows a psychologist who receives ominous calls from a serial killer targeting real estate agents, drawing him into a deadly game. His partner, a real estate agent herself, becomes the killer's next obsession when her property listings reveal intimate details about her life. The film weaves psychological suspense with a chilling critique of suburban safety.
Who directed Open House?
Open House was directed by Jag Mundhra, a filmmaker known for blending crime and horror in the 1980s and 1990s.
Who stars in Open House?
The film stars Joseph Bottoms, Adrienne Barbeau, Rudy Ramos, Mary Stavin, and Scott Thompson Baker in key roles.
Is Open House (1987) worth watching?
For horror fans seeking a gritty, character-driven thriller, Open House (1987) delivers tense atmosphere and solid performances, though it leans more into suspense than outright gore. The unrated status leaves its audience in suspense, both literally and figuratively.
How long is Open House?
Open House (1987) has a runtime of 95 minutes.
About Open House (1987) — When the perfect home hides a perfect crime
In the grimy neon glow of 1980s Los Angeles, a chilling thriller unfolds as a deranged killer targets young real estate agents, leaving a trail of blood soaked in the glossy promises of suburban dreams. When a sharp-witted psychologist running a late-night therapy radio show starts receiving taunting calls from the murderer, he teams up with the police—only to realize the killer's twisted game is far more personal. The psychologist's girlfriend, an ambitious real estate agent, becomes the most dangerous target of all when her discarded property listings start feeding the killer's obsession with the perfect crime. Open House (1987) blends psychological tension with the eerie familiarity of post-war suburban anonymity, where every open house could hide a nightmare.
Director Jag Mundhra crafts a claustrophobic atmosphere, where the safety of home is a myth and trust is the first casualty. With a killer who blends seamlessly into the shadows of everyday life, the film thrives on paranoia, turning the American dream of homeownership into a waking horror. Adrienne Barbeau and Joseph Bottoms deliver standout performances, grounding the chaos in raw, relatable emotion as the clock ticks down to the next victim's doorstep.