Night of the Demons (film series)

Night of the Demons is an American comedy-horror franchise consisting of four films. The original film, Night of the Demons, was released in 1988. Written and produced by Joe Augustyn, and directed by Kevin S. Tenney, the sequels have had various writers and directors attached to them, with the character of Angela Franklin remaining the only constant in all of the films in the franchise. Tenney, who directed the first sequel, also wrote the third film in the franchise and co-produced the remake.

Night of the Demons
Created byJoe Augustyn
Original workNight of the Demons (1988)
OwnerInternational Film Marketing
Paramount Pictures
Republic Pictures
Blue Rider Productions
Seven Arts International
Years1988–present
Films and television
Film(s)

Films
Film U.S. release date Director(s) Screenwriter(s) Producer(s)
Original series
Night of the Demons October 14, 1988 (1988-10-14) Kevin S. Tenney Joe Augustyn
Night of the Demons 2 May 13, 1994 (1994-05-13) Brian Trenchard-Smith Joe Augustyn & James Penzi Jeff Geoffray
Night of the Demons 3 October 7, 1997 (1997-10-07) Jim Kaufman Kevin S. Tenney Claudio Castravelli
Remake series
Night of the Demons August 30, 2009 (2009-08-30) Adam Gierasch Adam Gierasch & Jace Anderson Greg McKay, Kevin S. Tenney,
and Michael Arata
Night of the Demons: After-Party TBA Anthony Hickox TBA

Night of the Demons (1988)

The first film in the series, Night of the Demons was released in 1988. The film was written and produced by Joe Augustyn and directed by Kevin S. Tenney. The film follows several teenagers as they attend a party thrown by school outcast Angela (played by Amelia Kinkade) and her best friend (scream queen Linnea Quigley) at an abandoned funeral home.

The film was picked up for theatrical release by Paragon Arts International.[1] Rather than a nationwide release, it was released regionally, debuting in Detroit, Michigan, on September 9, 1988.[2]

Night of the Demons 2 (1994)

Night of the Demons 2 was released in 1994, with the story picking up six years after the end of the previous film. The story follows the character of Angela's younger sister Melissa as she and several of her fellow students visit Hull House on Halloween. Unlike its predecessor, which took place entirely inside of the funeral parlor, the sequel has demonic activity occurring outside of the limits of the property on the school's campus.

The film was given a limited theatrical release in California by Republic Pictures from May 17, 1994.[3]

Night of the Demons 3 (1997)

Night of the Demons 3 (also known as Demon House) is a 1997 sequel to the previous two films. Written by Kevin S. Tenney, the plot features several teens that find themselves on the run after a misunderstanding leading to a shoot out with police. They try to hide out at Hull House.

The film was given a limited theatrical release in California by Republic Pictures from October 7, 1997.

Night of the Demons (2009)

Night of the Demons is a 2009 remake that was loosely based on the original 1988 film. The film takes place in a seemingly haunted mansion in New Orleans, with the plot following several adults rather than teenagers. It was directed by Adam Gierasch and produced by Kevin S. Tenney.

The film originally premiered at the London FrightFest in August 2009. Although it was originally scheduled to arrive in theaters,[4] it was instead released straight-to-DVD/Blu-ray on October 19, 2010.[5]

Night of the Demons: After-Party (TBA)

In June 2013, Kevin S. Tenney intended to create a sequel to the 2009 Night of the Demons film, subtitled "After-Party" and directed by Anthony Hickox.[6] A Kickstarter campaign was launched with a goal of $250,000 but was unsuccessful, with the project remaining in development hell since 2013.[7]

The projected plot for After-Party was to center on the character of Diana, one of Angela's former friends and associates, who would hold a party in the same mansion and become possessed by the now-demonic Angela.[7]

Cast and characters
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Character Original series Remake series
Night of the Demons Night of the Demons 2 Night of the Demons 3 Night of the Demons Night of the Demons:
After-Party
1988 1994 1997 2009 TBA
Angela Franklin / Feld Amelia Kinkade
James W. QuinnV		 Amelia Kinkade Shannon Elizabeth Shannon Elizabeth
Tiffany Shepis
Suzanne Reed / Ballerina Linnea Quigley Bobbi Sue Luther
Linnea QuigleyC
Diana Tiffany Shepis
Judy Cathy Podewell
Sal Romero William Gallo
Rodger Alvin Alexis
Jay Jansen Lance Fenton
"Stooge" Hal Havins
Helen Allison Barron
Max Philip Tanzini
Frannie Jill Terashita
Old Man Harold Ayer
Old Woman Marie Denn
Judy's Mother Karen Ericson
Billy Donnie Jeffcoat, Jr.
Clerk #1 Cathy Podewell
Clerk #2 Clark Jarrett
Bibi Cristi Harris
"Z-Boy" Darin Heames
Perry Robert Jayne
Melissa "Mouse" Franklin Merle Kennedy
Father Bob Rod McCary
Johnny Moran Himself
Rick Peters Himself
Sister Gloria Jennifer Rhodes
Terri Christine Taylor
Shirley Finnerty Zoe Trilling
Kurt Ladd York
Albert Mark Neely
Linda Rachel Longaker
Officer Larry Day Himself
Vince Kristen Holden-Ried
Nick Gregory Calpakis
Lois Tara Slone
Orson Christian Tessier
Reggie Joel Gordon
Abbie Patricia Rodriguez
Holly Stephanie Bauder
Mr. Morris Ian McDonald
Quicky Mart Clerk
Officer Tony / Rookie Cop Richard Jutras
Veteran Cop Minor Mustain
Lieutenant Dewhurst Vlasta Vrána
Macho Cop Richard Zeman
Maddie Curtis Monica Keena
Lily Thompson Diora Baird
Dex Thrilby Michael Copon
Jason Rogers John F. Beach
Colin Levy Edward Furlong
Nigel Jamie Harris

Box office
Film Release date (US) Budget Format Box office revenue Reference
United States International Worldwide
1. Night of the Demons October 14, 1988 $1,200,000 Theatrical release $3,109,904 [8]
2. Night of the Demons 2 May 13, 1994 $1,300,000 Direct-to-video
3. Night of the Demons 3 October 7, 1997 $5,765,562
4. Night of the Demons August 30, 2009 $10,000,000 Limited release $64,040 [9]

References
  1. "Paragon Arts, which produced the horror film, is putting up $1,000,000 for prints and advertising on "Night Of The Demons"". Variety. varietyultimate.com. July 27, 1988. Archived from the original on October 14, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2015.
  2. ""Night Of The Demons", newie from IFM/Paragon Arts, shook out $97,701 at 15 Detroit locations". Variety. varietyultimate.com. September 14, 1988. Archived from the original on October 14, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2015.
  3. ""Night of the Demons 2" (Republic) opened at the Mann Village to $1,689 and the Mann Chinese Triplex to $3,148". Variety. varietyultimate.com. May 17, 1994. Retrieved November 14, 2015.
  4. Miska, Brad (March 11, 2010). "Tentative Release Date for 'Night of the Demons' Remake". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved October 9, 2013.
  5. Barton, Steve (October 5, 2012). "Night of the Demons Remake Hitting Blu-ray and DVD in October". Dread Central. Retrieved October 9, 2013.
  6. Decker, Sean. "Exclusive: Producer Kevin Tenney Talks Night of the Demons: After-Party". Dread Central. Retrieved 8 October 2013.
  7. DeFellipo, Michael (20 June 2013). "Fundraising: Night Of The Demons: After-Party". Horror Society. Retrieved 20 June 2013.
  8. "Night of the Demons (1988)". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved 2008-09-05.
  9. "Night of the Demons (2009) - International Box Office Results". Box Office Mojo. Internet Movie Database. Retrieved January 20, 2015.
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