VHS Vault: The Fog (1980)

Shrouded in mist and mystery, The Fog (1980) delivers John Carpenter’s signature blend of suspense, atmosphere, and seaside terror. When a dense fog rolls into Antonio Bay, the town’s dark past rises to the surface in the form of vengeful, ghostly mariners. 

Creepy fog horns, spectral figures, and a slow-burn tension make this VHS-era horror classic a perfect late-night rental for fans of supernatural chills and 80s horror nostalgia.

🎞️ Vault Fact File

Title: The Fog

Year: 1980

Director: John Carpenter

Runtime: 89 minutes

Rating: PG

Tagline(s): “When a small coastal town is swallowed by the fog, the dead will walk again.”

Studio / Distribution: AVCO Embassy Pictures

Cast: Adrienne Barbeau, Jamie Lee Curtis, Tom Atkins, Hal Holbrook

Fun Fact: John Carpenter co-wrote, directed, and scored the film, creating a haunting soundtrack that amplifies the eerie atmosphere of Antonio Bay.

Extra Trivia: Jamie Lee Curtis appears in both Halloween and The Fog, cementing her status as a scream queen of the era. The fog effects were achieved with a mix of smoke machines and careful lighting to give that iconic look.

Legacy: The Fog remains a cult favorite among supernatural horror fans and VHS collectors, praised for its tension, ghostly visuals, and Carpenter’s masterful direction. Perfect for a retro horror marathon.

⏪ Rewind or Fast Forward?

Rewind. Atmospheric, suspenseful, and haunting, the slow-build tension and ghostly revenge make this a must-see for fans of 80s horror VHS classics.

⚡ Watch It

Catch The Fog on Amazon for streaming, or check out The Fog in its limited-edition steelbook.

Original Trailer for The Fog 

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Hungry for more supernatural scares? Check out Phantasm II (1988) or keep exploring the shadows of the VHS Vault.