Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story
Synopsis
A single mother determined to provide a safer world for her daughter, Regina joins the Dallas Police Department. As a rookie, Regina and her partner Eddie stumble upon the first victim of what would be many murders of female prostitutes by the notorious serial killer, whom the media dubbed “The Eyeball Killer,” because he surgically removed the eyes of his victims. Despite only being months into the job and a woman in a profession dominated by men, Regina risks everything to get involved in the case. She discovers crucial evidence missed by FBI and city homicide detectives that lands her on the doorstep of a satanic killer.
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Official Trailer | Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story | LifetimeOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-11-01
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wendy Ord
- Screenplay & Story
- Conor Allyn, Benjamin Anderson, Regina Smith
- Original Score
- Mario Vaira
- Original Title
- Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Howard Braunstein Films, Lifetime
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wendy Ord
Conor Allyn, Benjamin Anderson, Regina Smith
Mario Vaira
Michael C. Blundell
Braden Oberson
Howard Braunstein, Darren Robson, Conor Allyn, Jeff Desmarais, Dawn Knight
Department Leadership Roster
Wendy Ord
Director
Conor Allyn
Writer
Benjamin Anderson
Writer
Darren Robson
Producer
Braden Oberson
Editor
Michael C. Blundell
Director of Photography
Jordan Ninkovich
Production Design
Teghan Gordey
Costume Design
Chad Sayn
Stunt Coordinator
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story
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What is Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story about?
A single mother determined to provide a safer world for her daughter, Regina joins the Dallas Police Department. As a rookie, Regina and her partner Eddie stumble upon the first victim of what would be many murders of female prostitutes by the notorious serial killer, whom the media dubbed “The Eyeball Killer,” because he surgically removed the eyes of his victims. Despite only being months into the job and a woman in a profession dominated by men, Regina risks everything to get involved in the case. She discovers crucial evidence missed by FBI and city homicide detectives that lands her on the doorstep of a satanic killer.
Who directed Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story?
Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story was directed by Wendy Ord.
Who stars in Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story?
The principal cast of Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story includes Karrueche Tran, Blair Penner, Ted Cole, Christopher Russell, Roark Critchlow.
When was Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story released and how long is it?
Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story was composed by Mario Vaira.
Is Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story based on a book or true story?
Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Regina Smith".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story?
Searching for a Serial Killer: The Regina Smith Story holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).