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Wes Craven’s Shocker Premiered in Theaters - October 27, 1989

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On this day, October 27, 1989, Wes Craven’s horror film Shocker premiered in theaters. Starring Michael Murphy, Peter Berg, Mitch Pileggi, and Ted Raimi, the film follows the story of a serial killer who gains supernatural powers after his execution. Known for its mix of horror and dark humor, Shocker went on to earn $16.6 million at the box office and has since become a cult classic for horror fans.

Who remembers watching Shocker? Did Wes Craven’s take on supernatural horror make an impact?
 
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