# John List: The Stepfather (1987)

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Podcast: [Murder Made Fiction](https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-made-fiction-7006564)
Published: 2026-08-11T07:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

Our month of John List titles begins with the original The Stepfather (1987). Starring a magnetic Terry O'Quinn, this Reagan-era slasher film is the perfect takedown of outdated "father knows best" patriarchal beliefs. Plus: a debate about 'teenage' nudity; appreciating the production design; a gory opening; and a film where the dog doesn't die. Wanna connect with the show? Follow us on social media @murdermfiction (BlueSky & Instagram) or send us an email: murdermadefiction@gmail.com > Amanda: @amandajanestern > Joe: @bstolemyremote / @joelipsett (BlueSky) Wanna support the show? Join us on Patreon (patreon.com/murdermadefiction) for full-length primer and episode by episode coverage of Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan's The Watcher. Theme Music: Conrad Chambers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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