Videodrome

As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.

Tagline

“First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Horror, Science Fiction, Mystery

Director

David Cronenberg

Original Language

EN

What is Videodrome about?

As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.

Who directed Videodrome?

Videodrome was directed by David Cronenberg.

When was Videodrome released?

Videodrome was released on February 4, 1983.

How long is Videodrome?

Videodrome has a runtime of 1h 28m.

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