Wheels of Terror
“Evil waits. With the motor running.”
Synopsis
A small town is terrorized by an unknown stranger who kidnaps and abuses little girls. When her only child is kidnapped right in front of her, the school bus driver begins the desperate chase to catch the criminal.
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Wheels of Terror (1990) - Short bus vs Dodge Charger
Type: Clip • Published 2013-07-07
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Joanna Cassidy
Laura
Marcie Leeds
Stephanie
Gary Carlos Cervantes
Luis
Arlen Dean Snyder
Detective Dummond
Henry Kendrick
Kellogg
Sharon Thomas Cain
Amy Donaldson
Jacob Kenner
Brad
Kimberly Duncan
Kimberly Donaldson
Mindy Spence
Stacy Harrison
Kirk Nelson
Sheriff
Jon Conrad Pochron
Motorcycle Officer
Kristina Betts
Girl Victim
Roger Rook
Pastor
'Bear' Cheney
Gym Trainer
Liz Romero
Police Clerk
Robert Elliott
Mr. Donaldson
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 11, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Cain
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan B. McElroy
- Original Score
- Jay Gruska
- Original Title
- Wheels of Terror
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Wilshire Court Productions, Once Upon a Time Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Cain
Alan B. McElroy
Jay Gruska
Richard Bowen
Steven Cohen
Stanley M. Brooks, Richard Learman
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Cain
Director
Alan B. McElroy
Writer
Eilish Zebrasky
Costume Design
Steven Cohen
Editor
Richard Bowen
Director of Photography
Richard Learman
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wheels of Terror
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What is Wheels of Terror about?
A small town is terrorized by an unknown stranger who kidnaps and abuses little girls. When her only child is kidnapped right in front of her, the school bus driver begins the desperate chase to catch the criminal.
Who directed Wheels of Terror?
Wheels of Terror was directed by Christopher Cain.
Who stars in Wheels of Terror?
The principal cast of Wheels of Terror includes Joanna Cassidy, Marcie Leeds, Gary Carlos Cervantes, Arlen Dean Snyder, Henry Kendrick.
When was Wheels of Terror released and how long is it?
Wheels of Terror was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Wheels of Terror?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wheels of Terror was composed by Jay Gruska.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wheels of Terror?
Wheels of Terror holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).