Murder Weapon
“They lust for revenge... They do it at night... And they're more than lethal.”
Synopsis
Two mobster daughters leave a sanitarium, host a party inviting ex-boyfriends, who then start disappearing mysteriously.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Murder Weapon Trailer 1989
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-22
Top Cast
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Linnea Quigley
Dawn
Lyle Waggoner
Dr. Randolph
Karen Russell
Amy
Stephen Steward
Kevin
Mike Jacobs Jr.
Eric
Allen First
Cary
Eric Freeman
Jeff
Rodger Burt
Bart
Victoria Nesbitt
Vicki
Lenny Rose
Dr. Gram
Richard Sebastian
Billy
Brinke Stevens
Girl in Shower on TV (uncredited)
Michelle Bauer
Girl in Shower on TV (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 25, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David DeCoteau
- Screenplay & Story
- Ross A. Perron
- Original Score
- Del Casher
- Original Title
- Murder Weapon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Filmtrust, Cinema Home Video Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David DeCoteau
Ross A. Perron
Del Casher
Thomas L. Callaway
Clayton Woolley
Fred Kennamer, David DeCoteau, Linnea Quigley
Department Leadership Roster
Ross A. Perron
Writer
David DeCoteau
Director
Fred Kennamer
Producer
Thomas L. Callaway
Director of Photography
Royce Mathew
Production Design
Clayton Woolley
Editor
Linnea Quigley
Producer
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
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Murder Weapon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Murder Weapon about?
Two mobster daughters leave a sanitarium, host a party inviting ex-boyfriends, who then start disappearing mysteriously.
Who directed Murder Weapon?
Murder Weapon was directed by David DeCoteau.
Who stars in Murder Weapon?
The principal cast of Murder Weapon includes Linnea Quigley, Lyle Waggoner, Karen Russell, Stephen Steward, Mike Jacobs Jr..
When was Murder Weapon released and how long is it?
Murder Weapon was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Murder Weapon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Murder Weapon was composed by Del Casher.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Murder Weapon?
Murder Weapon holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).