Dr. Strange
Directed by Philip DeGuere Jr.
Thomas Lindmer (Sir John Mills), a world-weary sorcerer, foresees the return to Earth of his ancient adversary Morgan LeFey (Jessica Walter), who has been granted dominance over men's souls by The Nameless One (David Hooks). In order to combat her evil magic, Lindmer must pass the Guardianship of the Light onto a young psychiatry-resident, Dr. Stephen Strange (Peter Hooten), who has no inkling of his destiny.
Where to Watch Dr. Strange
- Richard9 november 2025Saw this one in my adult years, curious about Marvel’s early attempts and drawn in by the promise of psychedelic sorcery on a TV budget. Peter Hooten plays Dr. Stephen Strange, a psychiatry resident who’s unknowingly destined to become Earth’s magical guardian. His mentor, Thomas Lindmer (John Mills), must pass on the Guardianship of the Light before Morgan LeFay (Jessica Walter) unleashes soul snatching chaos. The effects are pure 70's TV glowing portals, swirling lights and a New York that looks suspiciously like a backlot. But there’s charm in the earnestness and Jessica Walter steals scenes with villainous flair. The cast is eclectic: Clyde Kusatsu as Wong, Anne-Marie Martin as Clea and a parade of nurses, interns and mystical types who feel plucked from daytime drama. I liked the ambition, the retro pacing and the way it made feel campy, cosmic and slightly hypnotized with astral projections, velvet robes and a hero who looks more disco than doctor.
Dr. Strange Trivia
Dr. Strange was released on 6 september 1978.
Dr. Strange was directed by Philip DeGuere Jr..
Dr. Strange has a runtime of 1 u, 33 m.
Dr. Strange was produced by Alex Beaton.
Thomas Lindmer (Sir John Mills), a world-weary sorcerer, foresees the return to Earth of his ancient adversary Morgan LeFey (Jessica Walter), who has been granted dominance over men's souls by The Nameless One (David Hooks). In order to combat her evil magic, Lindmer must pass the Guardianship of the Light onto a young psychiatry-resident, Dr. Stephen Strange (Peter Hooten), who has no inkling of his destiny.
The key characters in Dr. Strange are Dr. Stephen Strange (Peter Hooten), Wong (Clyde Kusatsu), Morgan LeFay (Jessica Walter).
Dr. Strange is rated TV-PG.
Dr. Strange is an Action, Adventure, Fantasie film.
Dr. Strange has an audience rating of 6.9 out of 10.