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Phantasm

Phantasm
Phantasm

Summary

Phantasm is an American horror film series featuring the Tall Man, a supernatural and malevolent undertaker who turns the dead into dwarf zombies to do his bidding and take over the world. Created and directed by Don Coscarelli.

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Don Coscarelli Talks 80s Horror, Phantasm and Bubba Ho-Tep Sequel Ideas [Exclusive]
Don Coscarelli Talks 80s Horror, Phantasm and Bubba Ho-Tep Sequel Ideas [Exclusive]

Iconic 80s horror director Don Coscarelli talks about what it took to become a successful independent filmmaker on his own terms.

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Don Coscarelli's True Indie Book Is an Inspirational Look at a Legend's Career
Don Coscarelli's True Indie Book Is an Inspirational Look at a Legend's Career

Taking a look at Phanstasm creator Don Coscarelli's True Indie: Life and Death in Filmmaking, and devouring every morsel.

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Brad Pitt Was Turned Down for Phantasm II and Quickly Forgotten
Brad Pitt Was Turned Down for Phantasm II and Quickly Forgotten

Director Don Coscarelli reveals that Brad Pitt auditioned for the lead role in Phantasm II, which ultimately went to James Le Gros.

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Every Phantasm Movie Ranked
Every Phantasm Movie Ranked

Don Coscarelli's Phantasm is one of the most iconic horror franchises in the last 3 decades, but every film doesn't always knock it out of the park.

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Phantasm II Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos
Phantasm II Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos

Effects Artist Mark Shostrom shows off some rarely seen images from the set of Phantasm II.

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Phantasm: Ravager Trailer: The Tall Man Is Back One Last Time
Phantasm: Ravager Trailer: The Tall Man Is Back One Last Time

Phantasm 5 features the late Angus Scrimm in his final turn as the iconic Tall Man.

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Phantasm: Remastered Trailer Is Here and It Looks Amazing
Phantasm: Remastered Trailer Is Here and It Looks Amazing

Director Don Coscarelli's original 1979 classic Phantasm looks better than ever with a new 4K restoration that can be seen in theaters October 7.

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Phantasm: Ravager Photos Reveal the Tall Man, Reggie
Phantasm: Ravager Photos Reveal the Tall Man, Reggie

Angus Scrimm returns one last time as The Tall Man in the Phantasm franchise finale Ravager, hitting theaters next month.

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Phantasm: Ravager Poster Brings Back Reggie to the Franchise
Phantasm: Ravager Poster Brings Back Reggie to the Franchise

Angus Scrimm stars as the iconic Tall Man in his final performance in the franchise finale Phantasm: Ravager, in theaters next month.

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The Tall Man Returns in Phantasm: Remastered Poster
The Tall Man Returns in Phantasm: Remastered Poster

Fans can place their orders now for a stunning new Phantasm poster designed by Aaron Lea, before the movie reurns to theaters later this year.

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Bad Robot's Phantasm: Remastered Is Coming to Theaters This Fall
Bad Robot's Phantasm: Remastered Is Coming to Theaters This Fall

Director Don Coscarelli will bring his long awaited sequel Phantasm: Ravager to theaters in time for Halloween.

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Angus Scrimm, the Tall Man in Phantasm, Passes Away at 89
Angus Scrimm, the Tall Man in Phantasm, Passes Away at 89

Phantasm director Don Coscarelli confirmed the death of Angus Scrimm, who is said to have passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones.

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Phantasm 4K Restoration Overseen by J.J. Abrams & Bad Robot
Phantasm 4K Restoration Overseen by J.J. Abrams & Bad Robot

Director Don Coscarelli has been working with J.J. Abrams on a new 4K restoration of the 1979 classic Phantasm.

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13 Best Nude Horror Movie Kills of All Time
13 Best Nude Horror Movie Kills of All Time

From the shocking Sleepaway Camp to the sexy Species, these nude horror movie kills are some of the best ever committed to celluloid.

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Read Our Phantasm and Phantasm III Breakdowns!

We give all the info on system specs and special features you could ever want to know.

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New Line Cinema brings back Phantasm

...with a plan to relaunch the franchise

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