

The Astral Factor
1978-02-01 · 94 min · ★ 4.4
Demonstrating that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, a convicted strangler studies the paranormal and finds a way to render himself invisible. Once he escapes, he sets out to find and eliminate five women who remind him of the mother he murdered. A police lieutenant sets out to safeguard them and bring the invisible killer to justice.
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- Directors
- John Florea, Arthur C. Pierce, Gene Fowler Jr.
- Production companies
- Jordan/Lyon Productions Ltd.
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Robert FoxworthLt. Charles Barrett
Stefanie PowersCandy Barrett
Sue LyonDarlene DeLong
Mark SladeDetective Holt
Leslie ParrishColleen Hudson
Marianna HillBambi Greer
Elke SommerChris Hartman
Percy RodriguezCaptain Wells
Alex DreierDr. Ulmer
Rayford BarnesSgt. Archer
Frank AshmoreRoger Sands - The Invisible Strangler
Cesare DanovaMario
Eddie FirestoneJacobs
George CheungJim, Medical Examiner
Albert ColeCop in Alley
John HartHarbormaster
Jo Anne MeredithCarlotta SandsTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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