The House of Dies Drear

Name: The House of Dies Drear
Genre: Fantasy, Crime, Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1984-01-01
Cast: Howard Rollins, Shavar Ross, Gloria Foster, Moses Gunn, Clarence Williams III

1984

$22.99DVD

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About This Movie

The House of Dies Drear is a 1984 TV movie that blends fantasy, crime, and drama. Produced by Children's Television Workshop, it explores themes of history and the supernatural through the lens of a young black family's experience in rural Ohio.

The film centers on a young black man and his family as they move into a historic house in Ohio. They soon uncover its past as a stop on the Underground Railroad, used by a Dutch immigrant to help runaway slaves. This discovery leads them to believe that the ghosts of those who sought freedom might still inhabit the house.

Collectors can find The House of Dies Drear available on both VHS and DVD formats. Its unique blend of genres and historical significance makes it an interesting piece for those who appreciate film that tackles important themes, especially in the context of American history. The film features a strong cast, including Howard Rollins and Gloria Foster, adding to its appeal for collectors of TV movies and genre films from the 1980s.

Explores themes of history and haunting · Strong atmosphere with slow pacing · Intriguing blend of genres

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$22.991 comps

The House of Dies Drear VHS Value: $10.99

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What genres does The House of Dies Drear belong to?

The House of Dies Drear is categorized as a fantasy, crime, and drama film.

Who directed The House of Dies Drear?

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What formats are available for The House of Dies Drear?

Collectors can find The House of Dies Drear available on VHS and DVD.

What is the main storyline of The House of Dies Drear?

The film follows a young black man and his family who discover their new home was used during the Civil War to smuggle runaway slaves, leading them to suspect it is haunted by the ghosts of those who passed through.