Original 1977 one-sheet movie poster for 'The Town That Dreaded Sundown'

This poster was created for the 1976 American horror film 'The Town That Dreaded Sundown,' directed by Charles B. Pierce. The film was based on the true story of the Texarkana Moonlight Murders that occurred in 1946, blending documentary-style narration with horror elements. The movie became a cult classic and helped establish the slasher film genre that would dominate the late 1970s and 1980s. Original one-sheet movie posters from this era are highly sought after by film memorabilia collectors, particularly those specializing in horror cinema. These posters represent an important piece of American pop culture history and the evolution of horror film marketing. Collectors value them for their artistic design, historical significance, and connection to influential films that shaped the genre. The folded condition is typical for posters from this period, as they were distributed to theaters in this format.