In the Mouth of Madness
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Synopsis
An insurance investigator begins discovering that the impact a horror writer's books have on his fans is more than inspirational.
Cast
- Sam Neill
- Julie Carmen
- Jürgen Prochnow
- David Warner
- John Glover
- Bernie Casey
- Peter Jason
- Charlton Heston
- Frances Bay
- Wilhelm von Homburg
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- Jun 23, 2020
Sam Neill changes his accent like four times in this
SpencerOct 11, 2020Definitely had a few expectations going into this knowing it was John Carpenter but dude... what the hell? I was hilariously unaware of how psychological this was. But also so fun. But also so unsettling?? Still processing but I really dig this.
KarstenJul 13, 2026This is not reality. One of the greatest performances ever put to screen - Sam Neill was truly one-of-one. Such a force.
Sethsreviews - Jul 8, 2018
John Carpenter fuses lurking Lovecraftian madness with Stephen King psychological terror, resulting in this New England nightmare tentacle jam that’s, at least for me, totally perfect. Equal parts cerebral and visceral with apocalyptic anxieties riding high, In the Mouth…
Ian WestOct 20, 2020what if god was a hack horror writer? haha, seriously, what if though? what if...
comrade_yuiAug 20, 201992 It's exhilarating to watch Carpenter utilize his skills as a peerless craftsman against a changing world of scare tactics and an evolving horror landscape. Like an old dog teaching itself new tricks. Terrifying and utterly engrossing.
SilentDawn - Jun 14, 2021
Sam Neill is wonderful. The editing, especially in the final act, is superb, skillfully collapsing the distinction between the real and the dream. Although this is obviously an homage to both Lovecraft and Stephen King, it also works as a pointed critique of American mass…
Jamelle BouieOct 31, 2015"I think, therefore you are."
K. Austin CollinsOct 20, 2020No idea why this isn’t more highly regarded. Absolutely and completely rocks.
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- Rachie lovedIn the Mouth of Madness
“Every species can smell its own extinction. The last ones left won’t have a pretty sight.” 🤯 He finds out he’s fictional…the world’s gone insane and all that’s left is to eat popcorn and maniacally laugh at it all unfolding on screen. Brilliant and disturbingly relevant in 2025 when belief feels…
Scranton Strangler lovedIn the Mouth of MadnessEnjoyed this one very much. does have a mix of king, lovecraft kinda meshed together. Mostly anything Carpenter directs i enjoy but this didnt dissapoint. now dont go into this thinking its a monster movie cause its not. but they are in there lurking...waiting..for you. i can see
Jacob Hall lovedIn the Mouth of MadnessThis was a wild movie but it lives up to its name. It's cliche horror, but it's also somewhat layered at the same time. Whether it was intentional or not idk, but to me it seemed like a parody of what many people thought horror movies were doing to everybodys minds.
- Jimmy Cricket lovedIn the Mouth of Madness
Very subversive to the rest of Carpenter’s films; this one is funny and more “playful”, he tries a lot of new things and turns away from old gimmicks. Something about it reminds me of a 30/40s thriller but more deranged.
V lovedIn the Mouth of MadnessI saw this in the theater and it creeped me out! The vibe is : Videodrome/Hellraiser/Jacobs Ladder/ Evil Dead. You know, dreamlike weird & campy. and Sam Neil 🙌🏼 He will 4ever be remembered for this and Event Horizon.
Lee likedIn the Mouth of MadnessNot as amazing as word of mouth led me to believe, but a great watch regardless. Lovecraftian small town psych thriller with Carpenter leaning into some Lynchian vibes. Alan Wake fans will feel right at home.
- JJ Jet-Plane is "meh" onIn the Mouth of Madness
decent at best, but the concept could’ve been great. not Sam Neil’s best performance, his accent falters throughout the film. heavy handed references. enjoyed the ending tho. 4/10
ChungiBoi likedIn the Mouth of MadnessThis movie is a trip, I think in the good way. Sam Neil is awesome of course and Carpenter’s soundtrack and practical effects slap harder than getting back-fisted by an elder god
Arsal likedIn the Mouth of MadnessWTF. A weird, heady horror that’s part Stephen King roast, part Lovecraftian spiral. Like Invasion of the Body Snatchers swallowed The Shining and burped existential dread.
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One wonders how In the Mouth of Madness might have turned out if the script had contained even a little more wit and ambition.
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
In the Mouth of Madness has enough menace and novelty to please fans of Mr. Carpenter's horror films (among them The Fog, Christine and Halloween) without the wider interest of an enchanting parable like Starman, which he also directed. Still, this is a film with the temerity to think big, if only for the magnitude of the wickedness it invokes.
Janet Maslin
The New York Times
Fans can console themselves with some disorientating creepiness as half-glimpsed monsters swarm and the fine melodramatic performances. But as the film descends into a babbling wreck you start to wonder whatever became of the directing talent that gave us Dark Star, Assault On Precinct 13, Halloween and The Thing.
Kim Newman
Empire
Frequently Asked Questions
Is In the Mouth of Madness (1995) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is In the Mouth of Madness (1995)?
The movie is 1hr 35min long.
What's In the Mouth of Madness (1995) about?
An insurance investigator begins discovering that the impact a horror writer's books have on his fans is more than inspirational.
Who's the cast of In the Mouth of Madness (1995)?
- Sam Neill as John Trent
- Julie Carmen as Linda Styles
- Jürgen Prochnow as Sutter Cane
- David Warner as Dr. Wrenn
- John Glover as Saperstein
- Bernie Casey as Robinson
- Peter Jason as Mr. Paul
- Charlton Heston as Jackson Harglow
- Frances Bay as Mrs. Pickman
- Wilhelm von Homburg as Simon
Who's the director behind In the Mouth of Madness (1995)?
John Carpenter directed In the Mouth of Madness (1995).
Who produced In the Mouth of Madness (1995)?
Sandy King produced In the Mouth of Madness (1995).
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