Eraserhead (1977)

Where your nightmares end...

Eraserhead (1977) poster

First-time father Henry Spencer tries to survive his industrial environment, his angry girlfriend, and the unbearable screams of his newly born mutant child.

Director: David Lynch
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date:
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: David Lynch, Peter Ivers
Cinematography: Herbert Cardwell, Frederick Elmes
Editing: David Lynch
Production: AFI
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $100,000
Box Office: $7M
Original Language: en

Themes

Creature and Monster Horror, Human Experimentation and Gruesome Truths

Keywords

baby, nightmare, mutant, claustrophobia, parents-in-law, pencil, surrealism, black and white, torture, parallel world

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eraserhead about?
First-time father Henry Spencer tries to survive his industrial environment, his angry girlfriend, and the unbearable screams of his newly born mutant child.
Who directed Eraserhead?
Eraserhead was directed by David Lynch.
Who stars in Eraserhead?
Eraserhead stars Jack Nance, Charlotte Stewart, Allen Joseph, Jeanne Bates, Judith Roberts, Laurel Near.
How long is Eraserhead?
Eraserhead has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What genre is Eraserhead?
Eraserhead is a Horror, Science Fiction film.
What is the budget of Eraserhead?
Eraserhead had a budget of $100,000.
How much did Eraserhead gross?
Eraserhead grossed $7M worldwide.
Where was Eraserhead produced?
Eraserhead was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Eraserhead?
The themes of Eraserhead include: Creature and Monster Horror, Human Experimentation and Gruesome Truths.