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Encounter with the Unknown

4.319721h 30mPGMovieHorrorMystery

Three eerie tales based on actual events are enacted in this film. First, three college students play a prank on a geeky classmate, who is accidentally shot and killed. His vengeful mother forecasts the deaths of the three young men she…

DirectorHarry Thomason
WritersJack Anderson·Joe Glass
ProducerJoe Glass

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Harry Thomason

RSRod Serling
Rod Serling
Narrator (voice)
RG
Robert Ginnaven
Father Duane
GB
Gary Brockette
Frank Cameron
JL
John Leslie
Randy Powell
FF
Fran Franklin
Mrs. Davis
TH
Tom Haywood
Dave Terrell
JHJames N. Harrell
James N. Harrell
Brother Taylor
JC
John Cissne
Johnny Davis
MW
Mary Jane Wilson
Mrs. Wilson
LA
Lyle Armstrong
Second Priest
CR
Charles Rumph
Student
KB
Kevin Bieberly
Jess

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Encounter with the Unknown — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Encounter with the Unknown?

Encounter with the Unknown is streaming on Bloodstream and Plex in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Encounter with the Unknown on Netflix?

No, Encounter with the Unknown is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Bloodstream and Plex.

Is Encounter with the Unknown on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Encounter with the Unknown isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Bloodstream and Plex instead.

Where can I watch Encounter with the Unknown for free?

Encounter with the Unknown is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Australia.