The Detour (1979)

The Detour (1979) poster

During a school outing, Dominic’s [John Galdes] pet dog Rameses – which a sculptor [Adrian Rendle] has sketched for a work depicting the Egyptian dog-headed god Anubis – runs away. While looking for the animal, Dominic visits the sculptor’s home, and on seeing the finished sculpture experiences a premonition of evil. That night, however, he has a dream about a religious revelation at the Miraculous Grotto, and the next morning goes to the site to find Rameses unharmed.

Director: Rodney Holland
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 34 min
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Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Detour about?
During a school outing, Dominic’s [John Galdes] pet dog Rameses – which a sculptor [Adrian Rendle] has sketched for a work depicting the Egyptian dog-headed god Anubis – runs away. While looking for the animal, Dominic visits the sculptor’s home, and on seeing the finished sculpture experiences a premonition of evil. That night, however, he has a dream about a religious revelation at the Miraculous Grotto, and the next morning goes to the site to find Rameses unharmed.
Who directed The Detour?
The Detour was directed by Rodney Holland.
Who stars in The Detour?
The Detour stars Peter Cushing, John Galdes, Adrian Rendle.
How long is The Detour?
The Detour has a runtime of 34m (34 minutes).
What genre is The Detour?
The Detour is a Horror film.
Where was The Detour produced?
The Detour was produced in United Kingdom.