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The Lost Boys

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Teenage brothers Michael (Jason Patric) and Sam (Corey Haim) move with their mother (Dianne Wiest) to a small town in northern California. While the younger Sam meets a pair of kindred spirits in geeky comic-book nerds Edward (Corey Feldman) and Alan (Jamison Newlander), the angst-ridden Michael soon falls for Star (Jami Gertz) -- who turns out to be in thrall to David (Kiefer Sutherland), leader of a local gang of vampires. Sam and his new friends must save Michael and Star from the undead.
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Critics Consensus

Flawed but eminently watchable, Joel Schumacher's teen vampire thriller blends horror, humor, and plenty of visual style with standout performances from a cast full of young 1980s stars.

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Kevin Maher The Times (UK) Oct 14, 2022
4/5
That the film works so well is a testament to Schumacher’s pop sensibilities, his slick production design and an iconic soundtrack — Echo & the Bunnymen’s version of People Are Strange is a majestic way to begin a movie. Go to Full Review Peter Bradshaw Guardian Feb 14, 2020
4/5
The Lost Boys, in its artless way, asks us to consider that being for ever young isn't a sweet Edwardian evocation of innocence, but a vision of pure hell, like vampirism. Go to Full Review Desmond Ryan Philadelphia Inquirer Jan 21, 2014
2/4
Schumacher falls far short of the talent for pop wit that Joe Dante showed in Gremlins and The Howling. Go to Full Review Chance Solem-Pfeifer Willamette Week Mar 12, 2025
While the cast is fun, Schumacher is predictably at his best when The Lost Boys is a vibe check, aestheticizing vampires into an ’80s fashion ideal as they race their motorcycles down the beach, power ballads wailing into the night. Go to Full Review James Berardinelli ReelViews Oct 29, 2024
2/4
A story that starts with promise, is peppered with strong performances (especially from Kiefer Sutherland), and seems to be going somewhere devolves into a formulaic disappointment. Go to Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Sep 16, 2024
3/10
This Joel Schumacher-directed picture is so devoid of surprises, authentic thrills, and effective comedy that it’s essentially just a pitifully cobbled-together bore. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Gaby Jun 14, 2026 I got to see Corey Haim on the big screen, so that was awesome. Also, there were cheesy 80s vampires and an oily guy playing the sax. Wins left and right. See more Eric Jun 14, 2026 Firme vvampire movie See more Michael Oct 25, 2025 Memorable modern classic 80’s movie! See more Nellychick123 Oct 31, 2024 Definitely a movie you want to see on the big screen. Want a fun experience! See more Jaime Hernandez Oct 20, 2024 If 10 stars was an option I would put 10 stars, this is one of my all time favorite movies and a must see for any fan of Cult Classic films! Thank you Harkins for bringing this incredible film to the big screen, the best way to experience the film! See more Brian Oct 18, 2024 This movie is an all-time classic and Im so glad that my family and I got to see it on the big screen! This wasnt just a movie, it was really an experience See more Read all reviews
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Joel Schumacher

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Jason Patric

Michael Emerson

Corey Haim

Sam Emerson

Dianne Wiest

Lucy Emerson

Barnard Hughes

Grandpa

Edward Herrmann

Max

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Movie Info

Synopsis Teenage brothers Michael (Jason Patric) and Sam (Corey Haim) move with their mother (Dianne Wiest) to a small town in northern California. While the younger Sam meets a pair of kindred spirits in geeky comic-book nerds Edward (Corey Feldman) and Alan (Jamison Newlander), the angst-ridden Michael soon falls for Star (Jami Gertz) -- who turns out to be in thrall to David (Kiefer Sutherland), leader of a local gang of vampires. Sam and his new friends must save Michael and Star from the undead.
Director
Joel Schumacher
Producer
Harvey Bernhard
Screenwriter
Jeffrey Boam, Jan Fischer, James Jeremias
Distributor
Warner Home Vídeo, Warner Bros.
Production Co
Warner Brothers
Rating
R
Genre
Horror, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 31, 1987, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 1, 2010
Box Office (Gross USA)
$31.7M
Runtime
1h 37m
Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track
Aspect Ratio
70mm, 35mm, Scope (2.35:1)
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