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Comedy Cult Classic

A seaside getaway turns peculiar as a college student’s free vacation takes a sinister turn at the Red Wolf Inn.

TERROR AT RED WOLF INN

It's a nice place to visit, but you WOULDN'T LIVE THERE!

1972 · 1h 18m · R · Comedy / Horror / Mystery · IMDB TMDB

College student Regina wins a getaway vacation at the quiet Red Wolf Inn, which is run by a friendly elderly couple, but it gradually becomes clear that something is amiss.

Quick Answer

What is Terror at Red Wolf Inn about?

Terror at Red Wolf Inn is a 1972 American comedy horror mystery film directed by Bud Townsend about a college student who wins a vacation at a secluded seaside inn, only to find that her hosts and fellow guests are not as they seem.

Programmer's Pick

Terror at Red Wolf Inn serves up seaside hospitality with a suspiciously meaty twist and more than a dash of dark humor. This is one vacation where the guests should probably skip dinner and keep an eye on their hosts.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Regina, a lonely college student with nowhere to go for spring break, receives an unexpected letter granting her a free vacation at the Red Wolf Inn, a seaside bed and breakfast. Her journey to the remote inn is marked by oddities, including a private plane ride and an eccentric escort named Baby John Smith. Upon arrival, she meets the seemingly friendly elderly innkeepers and two other young female guests. As Regina settles in, the inn’s atmosphere grows increasingly peculiar, and she begins to sense that this vacation may not be the restful escape she imagined. The film blends elements of comedy, horror, and mystery as it sets up a story where every dinner and interaction raises more questions about what’s really happening at the Red Wolf Inn.

Details & Specs

Director
Bud Townsend
Writer
Allen J. Actor
Release
1972
Runtime
1h 18m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Also Known As
Secrets Beyond the Door, Terror on the Menu, Club Dead, Terror at the Red Wolf Inn, The Folks at Red Wolf Inn, Terror en el menú, Terror House (original title)

Why This Matters

Noted by critics and scholars as an early example of comedy horror, this film blends prominent horror elements with 'tongue-in-cheek' humor, illustrating the genre's evolution toward mixing scares with dark comedy.
— SassyFlix Curator

Why Cult

Cannibal Comedy Horror

The film blends cannibalism with offbeat humor, creating a rare mix of macabre laughs and chills.

Bizarre Innkeepers

The elderly couple running the Red Wolf Inn are as unsettling as they are welcoming, making every meal an event.

Peculiar Romance

Regina’s awkward flirtation with Baby John adds an unusual romantic angle to the film’s unsettling atmosphere.

Seaside Mystery Setting

The isolated seaside inn creates a claustrophobic backdrop where every guest seems to harbor secrets.

Scene Gallery

Threat File

Trigger

Winning a mysterious vacation invitation

Threat

Cannibalistic innkeepers

Effect

Guests disappear under suspicious circumstances

Setting

Remote seaside inn

Questions from the Vault

When was Terror at Red Wolf Inn released? +

Terror at Red Wolf Inn was released in 1972.

Who directed Terror at Red Wolf Inn? +

Terror at Red Wolf Inn was directed by Bud Townsend.

How long is Terror at Red Wolf Inn? +

Terror at Red Wolf Inn has a runtime of 78 minutes.

What genre is Terror at Red Wolf Inn? +

Terror at Red Wolf Inn is a comedy, horror, and mystery film.

Where can I watch Terror at Red Wolf Inn? +

Terror at Red Wolf Inn is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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