Dead Serious
Synopsis
Based on the book by Jane Mersky Leder, Dead Serious is an educational documentary that tackles the serious issue of teen suicide.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 14, 1987
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerry Haislmaier
- Screenplay & Story
- Lillian Spina
- Original Score
- Michael Vitali
- Original Title
- Dead Serious
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- MTI Film & Video Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerry Haislmaier
Lillian Spina
Michael Vitali
Joel Marks, Jerry Haislmaier
Department Leadership Roster
Lillian Spina
Writer
Jerry Haislmaier
Director
Jerry Haislmaier
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Serious
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dead Serious about?
Based on the book by Jane Mersky Leder, Dead Serious is an educational documentary that tackles the serious issue of teen suicide.
Who directed Dead Serious?
Dead Serious was directed by Jerry Haislmaier.
Who stars in Dead Serious?
The principal cast of Dead Serious includes Lara Flynn Boyle.
When was Dead Serious released and how long is it?
Dead Serious was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Dead Serious?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dead Serious was composed by Michael Vitali.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dead Serious?
Dead Serious holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).