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Charley Brewster, a high school student, accidentally discovers the true and creepy nature of Jerry Dandrige, his dashing and enigmatic new neighbor; but no one seems willing to believe him.

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Grossed $24.9M worldwide, about 2.8 times its $9M budget
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Filmed in Los Angeles
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Set in the United States
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Sequels
Followed by Fright Night Part 2
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Collection
Part of Fright Night Collection
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Music
Music by Brad Fiedel
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Jan Kiesser
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Director: Tom Holland
Writer: Tom HollandScreenplay
Status: Released
Release date: August 2, 1985
Original language: English
Budget: $9M
Revenue: $24.9M
Countries: United States of America
Collection: Fright Night Collection

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