The Executioner's Song
“The story of two people who fell in love.....and kept on falling.”
Synopsis
In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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THE EXECUTIONER'S SONG. 1982 VHS PREVIEW
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-06-02
Top Cast
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Tommy Lee Jones
Gary Mark Gilmore
Christine Lahti
Brenda Nicol
Rosanna Arquette
Nicole Baker
Eli Wallach
Vern Damico
Steven Keats
Larry Samuels
Jordan Clarke
Johnny Nicol
Richard Venture
Earl Dorius
Jenny Wright
April Baker
Kenneth O'Brien
Spencer McGrath
John Dennis Johnston
Jimmy Poker-Game
Mary Ethel Gregory
Ida Damico
Pat Corley
Val Conlan
Michael LeClair
Rikki Wood
Walter Olkewicz
Pete Galovan
Jim Youngs
Sterling Baker
Grace Zabriskie
Kathryne Baker
John Chappell
Ron Stanger
Rance Howard
Lt. Nelson
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 6, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lawrence Schiller
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman Mailer
- Original Score
- John Cacavas
- Original Title
- The Executioner's Song
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- Film Communications Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lawrence Schiller
Norman Mailer
John Cacavas
Freddie Francis
Tom Rolf, Richard A. Harris
Department Leadership Roster
Jesse Wayne
Stunt Coordinator
Lawrence Schiller
Director
Pat Tonnema
Costume Design
Tom Rolf
Editor
John Cacavas
Original Music Composer
Jac McAnelly
Production Design
Richard A. Harris
Editor
Freddie Francis
Director of Photography
Norman Mailer
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Executioner's Song
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Executioner's Song about?
In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.
Who directed The Executioner's Song?
The Executioner's Song was directed by Lawrence Schiller.
Who stars in The Executioner's Song?
The principal cast of The Executioner's Song includes Tommy Lee Jones, Christine Lahti, Rosanna Arquette, Eli Wallach, Steven Keats.
When was The Executioner's Song released and how long is it?
The Executioner's Song was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Executioner's Song?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Executioner's Song was composed by John Cacavas.
Is The Executioner's Song based on a book or true story?
The Executioner's Song is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Norman Mailer".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Executioner's Song?
The Executioner's Song holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).