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Stigma

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Stigma

1977

0h 32m

5.6(20 votes)

Horror

Drama

Mystery

TV Movie

Overview

A young couple move into a remote country house in the middle of a stone circle. They employ workmen who disturb an ancient menhir, unleashing a supernatural force.

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BBC

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Cast & crew

6 featured cast members

Starring

Peter Bowles

Peter Bowles

Peter

Kate Binchy

Katharine

Maxine Gordon

Verity

Jon Laurimore

Dr. Hall

Christopher Blake

Christopher Blake

Richard

John Judd

John Judd

Dave

Creative team

Directed by: Lawrence Gordon Clark
Written by: Clive Exton
Produced by: Rosemary Hill

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