Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995) movie poster

Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995)

"Ready for your deadtime story?"
ThumbScore
👍 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 46% (RT: 45%, MC: 48) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Ernest R. Dickerson
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (541 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
45%
Metacritic
48
Cast
Billy Zane as The Collector
William Sadler as Frank Brayker
Jada Pinkett Smith as Jeryline
CCH Pounder as Irene
Brenda Bakke as Cordelia
Dick Miller as Uncle Willy
John Schuck as Sheriff Tupper
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 541 votes. Critics scored it lower at 46%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Ex-soldier Frank Brayker is the guardian of an ancient key that can unlock tremendous evil; the sinister Collector is a demon who wants the key so he can initiate the apocalypse. On the run from wicked mercenaries for almost 90 years, Brayker finally stops in at a boarding house in New Mexico where — with the help of its residents — he plans to face off against the Collector and his band of ghouls, preventing them from ever seizing the key. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Billy Zane spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated horror films of 1995 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight is a 1995 horror, comedy, thriller film directed by Ernest R. Dickerson. Ex-soldier Frank Brayker is the guardian of an ancient key that can unlock tremendous evil; the sinister Collector is a demon who wants the key so he can initiate the apocalypse.

On the run from wicked mercenaries for almost 90 years, Brayker finally stops in at a boarding house in New Mexico where — with the help of its residents — he plans to face off against the Collector and his band of ghouls, preventing them from ever seizing the key. The film has been rated by 541 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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