This House Possessed(1981)
Something terrifying is falling in love with Sheila...
A sinister force permeating a secluded mountain estate convinces the nurse/companion of rock star Parker Stevenson, who has had a nervous collapse, that the house is alive and determined to keep her prisoner.
Movie: This House Possessed
Top 10 Billed Cast
Gary Straihorn
Sheila Moore
Rag Lady
Arthur Keene
Tanya
Robbins
Helen
Pasternak
Lucille
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A sinister force permeating a secluded mountain estate convinces the nurse/companion of rock star Parker Stevenson, who has had a nervous collapse, that the house is alive and determined to keep her prisoner.
Release Date
1981-02-06
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5.7
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2.9 startsTagline
Something terrifying is falling in love with Sheila...
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