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Cast & Crew

Tress MacNeille
As Anchorwoman
Dick Miller
As Sgt. Neill
Edie McClurg
As Chastity Pariah
Kurt Fuller
As Mr. Glotter
Cassandra Peterson
As Elvira / Aunt Morgana Talbot
William Morgan Sheppard
As Vincent Talbot

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In this cult classic, Elvira, a sassy TV horror hostess, inherits a mansion in a small town where she battles an evil uncle and townspeople who want her burned at the stake. With her worldly attitude and revealing clothes, she charms the town's teenagers but clashes with their parents, who consider her a bad influence. Unaware that her uncle is a warlock obsessed with obtaining her spellbook, Elvira tries to sell the house and leave town but is met with resistance. A magical battle ensues, and Elvira must use her wits and witchcraft to defeat her uncle and escape the town. The film features a memorable performance by Cassandra Peterson as Elvira, and its campy humor and horror elements have made it a beloved favorite among fans of the genre.

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What movies are similar to Elvira: Mistress of the Dark? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Elvira: Mistress of the Dark include Army of Darkness, The Witches of Eastwick, Highway to Hell, Ghoulies III: Ghoulies Go to College, Hiruko the Goblin, Dr. Caligari.

When was Elvira: Mistress of the Dark released in theaters? Toggle content

Elvira: Mistress of the Dark was released in theaters on September 30, 1988.