1986's The Wraith is an often-times bizarre and exciting riff on the street-racing film genre. The cult classic brings a supernatural edge to an explosive series of car races. In honor of the film's upcoming 25th anniversary, it's receiving a Blu-Ray and Digital Home Release.
The new edition of the film will come with a host of special features -- including interviews with Mike Marvin, the writer/director of The Wraith. Ahead of the film's upcoming re-release, Lionsgate exclusively shared a clip with CBR of Marvin discussing the unique construction of the Turbo Interceptor used in the film. He also examines the car's distinct design elements that gave it such an otherworldly and haunting feel throughout the action-thriller film.
The 93-minute film was made with a $2.7 million budget and grossed $3.5 million worldwide, with around $1.4 million from the United States. While the film wasn't considered a commercial success at the time, it found a second life with thriller and rock n' roll fans as a beloved classic with its Billy Idol, Ozzy Osbourne and Mötley Crüe-starring soundtrack.
An official synopsis for The Wraith reads,
Charlie Sheen, Nick Cassavetes, Sherilyn Fenn, and Randy Quaid star in this turbocharged cult classic! When four glowing orbs crash into each other over the Arizona desert, they leave in their wake a badass Dodge Turbo Interceptor — and its enigmatic, helmeted driver. The next day, the mysterious Jake (Sheen) appears in the town of Brooks, catching the eye of Keri (Fenn) and the ire of Packard (Cassavetes), the ruthless leader of a gang of street racers. When gang members start losing races — and lives — to the Interceptor, the recent death of Keri’s boyfriend suddenly seems connected to the arrival of Jake, the unbeatable car…and an avenging entity called The Wraith.
Directed/Written by Mike Marvin, the new edition of The Wraith will be available for purchase on Blu-ray and VOD Jul. 20.
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