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The Pit (1981)
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📖 Story
Twelve year-old Jamie Benjamin is a solitary misunderstood boy in his preteens. His classmates pick on him, his neighbors think he's weird and his parents ignore him. But now Jamie has a secret weapon: deep in the woods he has discovered a deep pit full of man-eating creatures he calls Trogs. and it isn't long before he gets an idea for getting revenge and feeding the Trogs in the process!
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyTense with bursts of wonder
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forinvestigation, secrets, and layered suspense
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Tension & suspense• Scary scenes• Mature language or humor
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Pit is a 1981 film in the Horror / Mystery category from Canada. Directed by Lew Lehman. Starring Sammy Snyders and Jeannie Elias. Runtime: about 97 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 5.7/10.
Genre: Horror / Mystery, Released in 1981, Original language: English, Production: Canada, Runtime: about 97 minutes, Starring Sammy Snyders and Jeannie Elias.
Runtime
97 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
Canada
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Sammy Snyders
Jamie Benjamin
Jeannie Elias
Sandy O'Reilly
Sonja Smits
Mrs. Lynde
Laura Press
Mrs. Benjamin
Laura Hollingsworth
Marg Livingstone
Richard Alden
Mr. Benjamin
Andrea Swartz
Abergail
John Auten
Library Janitor
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Paul Grisham
Freddy
Wendy Schmidt
Christina
Edith Bedker
Louise
Lillian Graham
Miss Oliphant
Gerard Jordan
Allan
Cindy Auten
Library Clerk
Director: Lew Lehman
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1What is movie The Pit (1981)?
It is a movie released in 1981 within the Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Comedy category.
2What is the story of The Pit?
The Pit (1981) is a movie in the Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Comedy category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Pit online?
The movie does not currently show confirmed official online availability on the page.
4What is the rating of The Pit?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 5.7/10 based on 99 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Pit?
Its runtime is about 97 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Pit best suited for?
A suspense-focused watch built around questions, hidden motives, and steady tension rather than simple straight-line action.
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