Phantasm(1979)
If this one doesn't scare you...you're already dead!
A teenage boy and his friends face off against a mysterious grave robber, known only as the Tall Man, who employs a lethal arsenal of unearthly weapons.
Movie: Phantasm
Top 10 Billed Cast
The Tall Man
Michael 'Mike' Pearson
Jody Pearson
Reggie
Lady in Lavender
Caretaker
Sally
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Mick Garris talks about PHANTASM
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