The Stepfather

Where to Watch The Stepfather (1987) (Legally)

He wanted a perfect family in a perfect town. But they couldn't measure up...Neither could the others...
Jan 23, 1987 US 89 min R
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Where can I watch “The Stepfather” legally?
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Where to watch “The Stepfather” (1987) legally online? See US options first, with English-region fallbacks.

What to expect (spoiler-free)

Here’s what to expect from “ (1987), without spoilers.

It sits in the Horror, Thriller space and is paced for about 89 minutes.

Cast highlights include Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen, Shelley Hack, Charles Lanyer.

The listed certification for some regions is “ (ratings vary by country).

Topics & keywords

psychopath, widow, shower, stepfather, murder, serial killer, real estate agent, psycho killer, psycho, murder of family

Official trailer

Watch the official trailer on YouTube

Plot

Seemingly mild-mannered Henry Morrison has just murdered his entire family. After adopting a new identity and skipping town, he begins building a new relationship with a widow and her teenage daughter. However, he soon begins struggling to hide his true identity and maintain a grip on reality.

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Main cast

Terry O'Quinn
as Jerry Blake
Jill Schoelen
as Stephanie Maine
Charles Lanyer
as Dr. Bondurant
Stephen Shellen
as Jim Ogilvie
Stephen E. Miller
as Al Brennan
Jeff Schultz
as Paul Baker
Lindsay Bourne
as Art Teacher
Anna Hagan
as Mrs. Leitner