Phantasm III: Lord of the Dead

Phantasm III: Lord of the Dead

If You Don't Get It This Time, He'll Have To Drill It Into Your Head!

R 1994 · 91 min · ★ 5.8 · Horror, Science Fiction, Action

The Tall Man, that imposing menace from Morningside Mortuary, is back and once again haunting the thoughts of the now-adult Mike and his friend, ex-Ice Cream vendor Reggie. The two continue their hunt for the mysterious figure and in his path of destruction encounter a variety of dangerous situations, friends and enemies.

Directed by Don Coscarelli · Written by Don Coscarelli

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