Videodrome - 1983
Sci-fi horror filmmaker David Cronenberg's (Scanners, The Fly, Dead Ringers) diabolical invader is a television show that seduces and controls its viewers. Featuring rock star Deborah Harry (in her first major film) as a kinky hostess, James Woods as a cable programmer looking for the ultimate in viewing thrills, and special make-up effects by Oscar winner Rick Baker (AN American Werewolf In London, Star Wars). Videodrome is a pulsating science fiction nightmare about a world where video can control and alter human life. Filmed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Began shooting October 27, 1981; completed shooting December 23, 1981. Released in North America February 4, 1983.

Editorial reviews
"...[Cronenberg] is developing a real genius for this sort of thing....[Woods] gives the performance a sharply authentic edge..."
New York Times - p.C9 - Janet Maslin

"...[The] picture is a real find for horror buffs looking for new thrills..."
Variety - Klad. 

"[I]t looks outright prophetic and, even scarier, absolutely coherent."
Premiere - Glenn Kenny (10/01/2004)

Video Cover


Video Cassette

Released on: CIC
Date of UK Video release: n/a
Date of theatrical release: 1983
UK Video Cat No: VHR 1077

Approximate Running Time: 84 Minutes.

DVD Cover


Disc Label

Released on: Universal
Date of UK DVD release: 2002
Date of theatrical release: 1983
DVD Cat No: 902 891 9

Approximate Running Time: 84 Minutes.

DVD Cover


Disc Label

Inner Cover A


Inner Cover B

Released on: Universal
Date of USA DVD release: 1998
Date of theatrical release: 1983
USA DVD Cat No: 20387

Approximate Running Time: 1 Hour 29 Minutes.

DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Letterbox - 1.85
Single Layer
Audio:
Dolby Digital Mono - 2.0 - English
Dolby Digital Mono - 2.0 - French
Additional Release Materials:
Production Notes
Cast and Filmmakers' Bios
Film Highlights
Trailer - Theatrical