Fright Night

Fright Night

Year: 1985

Runtime: 106 min

Language: English

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Charley Brewster suspects his new neighbor, Jerry Dandrige, is a vampire and enlists the help of a horror movie expert to confirm his fears. As Charley investigates, he uncovers a terrifying reality and finds himself in a desperate fight for survival. Dismissed by adults, he must confront the vampire's evil and protect himself and those he cares about from the lurking danger.

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1

Charley Brewster's Ordinary Life

Charley Brewster is an average teenager living with his divorced mother in a suburban township. His life takes a turn when he becomes curious about his new neighbors who seem to be hiding dark secrets.

Suburban Township
2

Suspicious Neighbors

Charley observes the new neighbors moving in next door and notices them carrying a coffin. His curiosity leads him to spy on them, which sets off a series of terrifying events.

Charley's Neighborhood
3

Murder Victim News Report

The next day at school, Charley sees a news report about a murder victim found by police, supposedly the work of a serial killer. This report heightens Charley's concern about his neighbors.

School
4

Witness to Horror

While spying on the neighbors, Charley sees Jerry Dandridge attacking a young girl. He is terrified but struggles to convince others, including his mother, that something is wrong.

Dandridge's House
5

Calling the Police

Charley gathers the courage to call the police about his suspicions. However, when they investigate, they find nothing suspicious, and Charley is dismissed as having an overactive imagination.

Dandridge's House
6

Seeking Vampire Advice

Suspecting Dandridge is a vampire, Charley consults his friend Evil Ed for advice. Ed informs him about vampire traits and weaknesses, arming Charley with knowledge for the impending danger.

Charley's Room
7

Dandridge Invites Himself In

Charley's worst fears become reality when Dandridge enters his home uninvited, having charmed Charley's mother. This breach of safety solidifies Charley's belief that Dandridge is a vampire.

Charley's House
8

Confrontation and Threats

After confronting Dandridge, Charley is attacked and nearly killed. Dandridge reveals his true vampire form and threatens Charley, leaving him desperate for help.

Charley's Bedroom
9

Seeking Peter Vincent's Help

Charley seeks out Peter Vincent, a supposed vampire hunter. However, Vincent brushes off Charley's claims, viewing them as a product of a young mind influenced by horror films.

Vincent's Studio
10

Dandridge's True Form Revealed

Accompanied by Vincent, Charley confronts Dandridge, but initially, Vincent is unconvinced. However, when he notices Dandridge casting no reflection, panic ensues, leading to their hasty retreat.

Dandridge's House
11

Evil Ed's Transformation

While Charley and Amy escape, Evil Ed meets Dandridge and is transformed into a vampire. His attack on Vincent testifies to the real danger they are all in.

Vincent's Apartment
12

Nightclub Showdown

At a nightclub, Dandridge captures Amy, using her resemblance to his lost love to enchant her. A tense showdown ensues, but Dandridge escapes with Amy, raising the stakes for Charley.

Nightclub
13

Confronting the Vampire

Charley and Vincent prepare to confront Dandridge at his house armed with newly acquired knowledge. Tensions rise as they discover Amy has been turned into a half-vampire.

Dandridge's House
14

Final Battle

In a final confrontation, Charley and Vincent face Dandridge with their faith-tested against the vampire's might. They manage to expose Dandridge to sunlight, leading to his spectacular demise.

Dandridge's Basement
15

The Open-Ended Conclusion

The film concludes with Charley and Amy watching a horror movie together, but contentment is fleeting as Charley sees a glimpse of red eyes from the now vacant Dandridge house, leaving the audience in suspense.

Charley's Room

Last Updated: January 18, 2025 at 14:36

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