The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan
Synopsis
Before unsung gay NYC exploitation maverick Andy Milligan died of AIDS, he cranked out grindhouse-ready shock and so-bad-it’s-good schlock movies throughout the late 1960s and ’70s. Yet, as captured in this fascinating documentary, his life and on-set persona were messy, complicated, and unforgettable.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 4, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Josh Johnson, Grayson Tyler Johnson
- Screenplay & Story
- Josh Johnson
- Original Score
- Josh Freda
- Original Title
- The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josh Johnson, Grayson Tyler Johnson
Josh Johnson
Josh Freda
Grayson Tyler Johnson
Grayson Tyler Johnson
David Gregory, Carl Daft, Josh Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Josh Johnson
Director
Grayson Tyler Johnson
Director
David Gregory
Producer
Carl Daft
Producer
Josh Johnson
Producer
Grayson Tyler Johnson
Director of Photography
Josh Freda
Original Music Composer
Grayson Tyler Johnson
Editor
Josh Johnson
Writer
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What is The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan about?
Before unsung gay NYC exploitation maverick Andy Milligan died of AIDS, he cranked out grindhouse-ready shock and so-bad-it’s-good schlock movies throughout the late 1960s and ’70s. Yet, as captured in this fascinating documentary, his life and on-set persona were messy, complicated, and unforgettable.
Who directed The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan?
The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan was directed by Josh Johnson, Grayson Tyler Johnson.
Who stars in The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan?
The principal cast of The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan includes Andy Milligan, Gerald Jacuzzo, Hope Stansbury, Jimmy McDonough, Stephen Thrower.
When was The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan released and how long is it?
The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Degenerate: The Life and Films of Andy Milligan was composed by Josh Freda.