They Reach
In 1979, a young girl stumbles upon a possessed tape player. She unknowingly unleashes a demonic entity that haunts her family while slowly dragging the small town of Clarkston to Hell.
Why it matters
A nostalgic dive into late-’70s small-town dread where demonic possession meets coming-of-age adventure.
- Channels a Stranger Things/Goonies energy with surprisingly strong young performances anchoring the story.
- Practical effects play second fiddle to atmosphere and dark humor, blending horror with a playful tone.
- Perfect for fans of retro supernatural horror that leans into its campy, low-budget charm without pretense.
- Not a scare marathon, but an offbeat, slow-burn demon tale that doubles as a time capsule of late ’70s Americana.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
60
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
0
Survival
0
