The Uncanny (1977) movie poster

The Uncanny

1977 ·1h 29m · ★ 5.9 (65)

Wilbur Gray, a horror writer, has stumbled upon a terrible secret, that cats are supernatural creatures who really call the shots. In a desperate attempt to get others to believe him, Wilbur spews three tales of feline horror.

Why it matters

A feline-fueled anthology that blends campy charm with eerie atmosphere, The Uncanny stakes a unique claim in 1970s supernatural horror through its unsettling cat mythology.

  • Early example of animal-centric horror tapping into primal fears of domestic creatures turned sinister.
  • Anthology format lets it riff on varied horror tropes, from haunted houses to curse-laden artifacts, all pawed by menacing cats.
  • Practical effects and makeup work lean into the era’s tactile horror vibe, giving the supernatural felines a creepy physicality.
  • For fans of cult 70s horror and offbeat supernatural tales, it’s a curious curiosity that balances oddball humor with genuine chills.
2 horror films in catalog

Horror DNA

Gore
0
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
36
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
0

Content Warnings

Animal Harm

TMDB Keywords

cat

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