Night of the Strangler
“Southern revenge!”
Synopsis
In New Orleans, a relationship between a black man and a white girl leads to a string of murders.
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Blaxploitation Clip: Night of the Strangler (1972, starring Chuck Patterson)
Type: Clip • Published 2016-12-15
Top Cast
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Micky Dolenz
Vance
James Ralston
Dan
Michael Anthony
Lt. De Vivo
Chuck Patterson
Father Jessie / Jake
Susan McCullough
Denise
Katie Tilley
Ann
Ann Barrett
Carol
Warren Kenner
Willie
Harold Sylvester
Jim Bunch
Stocker Fontelieu
Father Babbin
Patrick Wright
Assassin (as Michael Wright)
Wilbur Swartz
Monsignor Greyson
Brick Tilley
Sailor
Bert Roberts
Groomsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joy N. Houck Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- J.J. Milane, Jeffrey Newton, Robert A. Weaver
- Original Score
- Jim Helms
- Original Title
- Night of the Strangler
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Howco International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joy N. Houck Jr.
J.J. Milane, Jeffrey Newton, Robert A. Weaver
Jim Helms
Dennis J. Cipnic
Albert J. Salzer, Joy N. Houck Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Joy N. Houck Jr.
Director
Jim Helms
Original Music Composer
Albert J. Salzer
Producer
Dennis J. Cipnic
Director of Photography
J.J. Milane
Writer
Jeffrey Newton
Writer
Robert A. Weaver
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Night of the Strangler
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Night of the Strangler about?
In New Orleans, a relationship between a black man and a white girl leads to a string of murders.
Who directed Night of the Strangler?
Night of the Strangler was directed by Joy N. Houck Jr..
Who stars in Night of the Strangler?
The principal cast of Night of the Strangler includes Micky Dolenz, James Ralston, Michael Anthony, Chuck Patterson, Susan McCullough.
When was Night of the Strangler released and how long is it?
Night of the Strangler was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Night of the Strangler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Night of the Strangler was composed by Jim Helms.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Night of the Strangler?
Night of the Strangler holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).