The Gate Movie Script

The Gate is a 1987 cult-favorite horror film directed by Tibor Takács that blends supernatural terror with youthful adventure. Starring Stephen Dorff in his feature film debut, the movie follows two suburban boys who accidentally unleash demonic forces from their backyard. The screenplay balances childhood innocence with escalating horror, using practical effects–driven set pieces and suspenseful pacing to create lasting impact. Reading The Gate screenplay provides insight into how genre films successfully merge coming-of-age themes with classic horror elements.

This collector’s edition movie script is ideal for horror fans, screenwriters, and students studying low-budget genre filmmaking. Presented in a clear studio-style formatting, the screenplay allows readers to examine how tension, spectacle, and character are developed on the page. It also serves as a valuable reference for writing effective supernatural horror with young protagonists. A standout addition to any cult horror screenplay collection.

A must-have for anyone collecting iconic Hollywood screenplays.

Product Details:

• Professionally formatted The Gate screenplay

• Available as an emailed PDF delivered within 1–3 business days or as a printed copy shipped via USPS

• Clean, easy-to-read layout for study, display, or collection

• Formatted edition of the film screenplay used in production development

• Ideal for screenwriters, producers, directors, actors, film students, collectors, and horror fans

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Disclaimer:
This is a collector’s reproduction of the original screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.