The Ninth Configuration
“How do you fight a war called madness?”
Synopsis
Army psychiatrist Colonel Kane is posted to a secluded gothic castle housing a military asylum. With a reserved calm, he indulges the inmates' delusions, allowing them free rein to express their fantasies.
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The Ninth Configuration |TRAILER|
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-02-05
Top Cast
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Stacy Keach
Col. Hudson Kane
Scott Wilson
Capt. Billy Cutshaw
Jason Miller
Lt. Frankie Reno
Ed Flanders
Col. Richard Fell
Neville Brand
Maj. Marvin Groper
George DiCenzo
Capt. Fairbanks
Moses Gunn
Maj. Nammack
Robert Loggia
Lt. Bennish
Joe Spinell
Lt. Spinell
Alejandro Rey
Lt. Gomez
Tom Atkins
Sgt. Krebs
Steve Sandor
1st Cyclist
Richard Lynch
2nd Cyclist
William Peter Blatty
Dr. Fromme (uncredited)
Bruce Boa
Sergeant in combat shack
Gordon Mark
Sgt. Gilman
William Lucking
Highway Patrolman
Stephen Powers
Sgt. Christian
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 29, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 25, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Peter Blatty
- Screenplay & Story
- William Peter Blatty
- Original Score
- Barry De Vorzon
- Original Title
- The Ninth Configuration
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Ninth Configuration, United Film Distribution Company (UFDC)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Peter Blatty
William Peter Blatty
Barry De Vorzon
Gerry Fisher
Peter Lee-Thompson, Battle Davis, Tony de Zarraga
William Paul, William Peter Blatty
Department Leadership Roster
William Peter Blatty
Director
William Peter Blatty
Screenplay
Barry De Vorzon
Original Music Composer
Peter Lee-Thompson
Editor
Battle Davis
Editor
William Peter Blatty
Producer
Tony de Zarraga
Editor
Gerry Fisher
Director of Photography
Bill Malley
Production Design
Roberto Silvi
Editor
Bobby Bass
Stunt Coordinator
Tom Bronson
Costume Design
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
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ninth Configuration
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ninth Configuration about?
Army psychiatrist Colonel Kane is posted to a secluded gothic castle housing a military asylum. With a reserved calm, he indulges the inmates' delusions, allowing them free rein to express their fantasies.
Who directed The Ninth Configuration?
The Ninth Configuration was directed by William Peter Blatty.
Who stars in The Ninth Configuration?
The principal cast of The Ninth Configuration includes Stacy Keach, Scott Wilson, Jason Miller, Ed Flanders, Neville Brand.
When was The Ninth Configuration released and how long is it?
The Ninth Configuration was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for The Ninth Configuration?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Ninth Configuration was composed by Barry De Vorzon.
Is The Ninth Configuration based on a book or true story?
The Ninth Configuration is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Peter Blatty".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ninth Configuration?
The Ninth Configuration holds official age classifications: FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).