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Special Effects
"Mary Jean is just dying to get in the movies… She's about to get her wish."
Storyline
Reality and illusion collide as megalomaniacal filmmaker Chris Neville murders a young would-be actress, then sets about making a feature about the deed, casting the deceased's clueless husband as the patsy, and finding a dead ringer to play the late actress.
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Hemdale
New Line CinemaCast
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Where can I watch Special Effects?+
Special Effects is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Availability may vary by region.
When was Special Effects released?+
Special Effects was released on November 16, 1984.
Who directed Special Effects?+
Special Effects was directed by Larry Cohen.
Who stars in Special Effects?+
The main cast of Special Effects includes Zoë Lund, Eric Bogosian, Brad Rijn, Kevin O'Connor.
How long is Special Effects?+
Special Effects has a runtime of 1h 46m.
What genre is Special Effects?+
Special Effects is classified as Drama, Horror, Thriller.
What is the rating of Special Effects?+
Special Effects has an average audience rating of 4.8 out of 10, based on 46 votes.
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You can watch Special Effects (1984) online by streaming it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Streaming availability may vary depending on your region and subscription.
Is Special Effects available on any streaming platform?+
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What is the OTT release date of Special Effects?+
Special Effects had its theatrical/initial release on November 16, 1984. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
