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The Gate (1987)
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📖 Story
Three young children accidentally release a horde of nasty, pint-sized demons from a hole in a suburban backyard. What follows is a classic battle between good and evil as the three kids struggle to overcome a nightmarish hell that is literally taking over the Earth.
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Strong recommendationSupernatural mystery
EnergyRising and charged
ToneMysterious and emotional
ExperienceAdventure, mystery, and emotional pull
Best suited fordark tension and unsettling atmosphere
What to expect from this title?Expect mystery, friendship, and supernatural pressure to grow together, with emotion carrying as much weight as the scares.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Scary scenes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Gate is a 1987 film in the Horror / Fantasy category from Canada. Directed by Tibor Takács. Starring Stephen Dorff and Christa Denton. Runtime: about 86 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 6.1/10.
Genre: Horror / Fantasy, Released in 1987, Original language: English, Production: Canada, Runtime: about 86 minutes, Starring Stephen Dorff and Christa Denton.
Runtime
86 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
Canada
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Stephen Dorff
Glen
Christa Denton
Al
Louis Tripp
Terrence "Terry" Chandler
Kelly Rowan
Lori Lee
Jennifer Irwin
Linda Lee
Deborah Grover
Mom
Ingrid Veninger
Paula
Linda Goranson
Terry's Mom
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Scot Denton
Dad
Sean Fagan
Eric
Carl Kraines
Workman
Andrew Gunn
Brad
Director: Tibor Takács
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1What is movie The Gate (1987)?
It is a movie released in 1987 within the Horror, Fantasy category.
2What is the story of The Gate?
The Gate (1987) is a movie in the Horror, Fantasy category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Gate online?
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4What is the rating of The Gate?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.1/10 based on 415 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Gate?
Its runtime is about 86 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Gate best suited for?
A dark viewing experience that leans on unease, tension, and atmosphere more than comfort or easygoing entertainment.
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