Deadly Messages
Synopsis
When Laura unearths an old Ouija board in her closet, her roommate, Cindy, uses it and encounters the spirit of a man that had been murdered in their apartment. After Laura later witnesses Cindy being strangled to death, the authorities arrive to find Cindy missing and no evidence of a crime. Laura sets out to convince everyone that the murder was real while evading the man she feels is Cindy's killer.
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Deadly Messages TV Movie Ad (1985)
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Kathleen Beller
Laura Daniels
Michael Brandon
Michael Krasnick
Dennis Franz
Detective Max Lucas
Scott Paulin
Dr. Roger Kelton
Elizabeth Huddle
Nurse Irma Crenshaw
Charles Tyner
George Clark
George Wyner
Laura's Boss
Raye Birk
Harding
Kurtwood Smith
Lieutenant Burton
Kit McDonough
Book Clerk
Sherri Stoner
Cindy Matthews
Joseph G. Medalis
Kenneth Blatt
Barbara Collentine
Loretta Clark
Dennis Redfield
Dick Pizza
Michael Cassidy
Mark Banning
Michael Miller
Pawn Broker
Wally Dalton
Fire Chief Jack Brandt
Rion Hunter
Lester
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 21, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Bender
- Screenplay & Story
- William Bleich
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- Deadly Messages
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Bender
William Bleich
Brad Fiedel
Rexford L. Metz
Jim Benson
Paul Pumpian
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Bender
Director
William Bleich
Writer
Grady Hunt
Costume Design
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
Jim Benson
Editor
Michael Cassidy
Stunt Coordinator
Paul Pumpian
Producer
Rexford L. Metz
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deadly Messages
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What is Deadly Messages about?
When Laura unearths an old Ouija board in her closet, her roommate, Cindy, uses it and encounters the spirit of a man that had been murdered in their apartment. After Laura later witnesses Cindy being strangled to death, the authorities arrive to find Cindy missing and no evidence of a crime. Laura sets out to convince everyone that the murder was real while evading the man she feels is Cindy's killer.
Who directed Deadly Messages?
Deadly Messages was directed by Jack Bender.
Who stars in Deadly Messages?
The principal cast of Deadly Messages includes Kathleen Beller, Michael Brandon, Dennis Franz, Scott Paulin, Elizabeth Huddle.
When was Deadly Messages released and how long is it?
Deadly Messages was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Deadly Messages?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Deadly Messages was composed by Brad Fiedel.