Dead Men Don't Die
“The anchorman's dead--BUT HE'S MAKING A COMEBACK!”
Synopsis
A reporter investigating a drug dealing ring is murdered. Brought back to life by the voodoo spell of a cleaning woman, he goes after his killers.
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Top Cast
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Elliott Gould
Barry Baron
Melissa Sue Anderson
Dulcie Niles
Mark Moses
Jordan Penrose
Mabel King
Chafuka
Jack Betts
Alex Cavanaugh
Philip Bruns
Nolan
Robert Dryer
Mungo
Robert Covarrubias
Carlos
Phil Shipko
Frank
Jerome Guardino
Neal Guardino
Stanley Kamel
Archie
Andee Gray
Isadora
Eric Lawrence
Floor Manager
Judy Kain
Margo
Charlie Brill
Director
John Mengatti
Officer Ramirez
Walt Jordan
Policeman
Peter Repovich
Policeman
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 26, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Malcolm Marmorstein
- Screenplay & Story
- Malcolm Marmorstein
- Original Score
- David C. Williams
- Original Title
- Dead Men Don't Die
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Malcolm Marmorstein
Malcolm Marmorstein
David C. Williams
Tom Fraser
Michael D. Ornstein
Wayne Marmorstein
Department Leadership Roster
Malcolm Marmorstein
Director
Malcolm Marmorstein
Writer
Phillip Vasels
Production Design
Michael D. Ornstein
Editor
David C. Williams
Original Music Composer
Tom Fraser
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Men Don't Die
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What is Dead Men Don't Die about?
A reporter investigating a drug dealing ring is murdered. Brought back to life by the voodoo spell of a cleaning woman, he goes after his killers.
Who directed Dead Men Don't Die?
Dead Men Don't Die was directed by Malcolm Marmorstein.
Who stars in Dead Men Don't Die?
The principal cast of Dead Men Don't Die includes Elliott Gould, Melissa Sue Anderson, Mark Moses, Mabel King, Jack Betts.
When was Dead Men Don't Die released and how long is it?
Dead Men Don't Die was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Dead Men Don't Die?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dead Men Don't Die was composed by David C. Williams.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dead Men Don't Die?
Dead Men Don't Die holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).