Evil Town
“Where only the dead survive.”
Synopsis
A mad scientist seeks eternal youth by developing a drug derived from human pituitary glands, aided by the local townsfolk, who help abduct visitors to their town for his experiments.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Evil Town (1985) [Vinegar Syndrome Archive - Blu-ray Promo Trailer]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-05-24
Top Cast
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Greg Finley
Wally
Keith Hefner
Harry
Lynda Wiesmeier
Dianne
Christie Houser
Terrie
Noelle Harling
Karen
Jillian Kesner
Dorothy
Paul McCauley
George
Scott Hunter
Tony
Walter G. Zeri
Charlie
James Keach
Christopher Fuller
Doria Cook-Nelson
Julie
Michele Marsh
Linda (as Michelle Marsh)
Robert Walker Jr.
Mike Segal
Dean Jagger
Doctor Schaeffer
Dabbs Greer
Lyle Phelps
Lurene Tuttle
Mildred Phelps
Regis Toomey
Doc Hooper
Hope Summers
Alice Wylie (as Hope Summer)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 2, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mardi Rustam, Larry Spiegel, Curtis Hanson, Peter S. Traynor
- Screenplay & Story
- Royce D. Applegate, Richard Benson, Robert Bassing, Larry Spiegel
- Original Score
- Michael Linn, Charles Bernstein
- Original Title
- Evil Town
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mardi Rustam, Larry Spiegel, Curtis Hanson, Peter S. Traynor
Royce D. Applegate, Richard Benson, Robert Bassing, Larry Spiegel
Michael Linn, Charles Bernstein
Bill Manning, Bob Ioniccio, Isidore Mankofsky
Jess Mancilla, Peter Parasheles, David Blangsted
William D. Sklar, Peter S. Traynor
Department Leadership Roster
Jess Mancilla
Editor
Peter Parasheles
Editor
William D. Sklar
Producer
David Blangsted
Editor
Michael Linn
Original Music Composer
Richard Benson
Writer
Charles Bernstein
Original Music Composer
Peter S. Traynor
Producer
Mardi Rustam
Director
Robert Bassing
Writer
Larry Spiegel
Director
Larry Spiegel
Writer
Curtis Hanson
Director
Peter S. Traynor
Director
Bill Manning
Director of Photography
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 Evil Town
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Evil Town about?
A mad scientist seeks eternal youth by developing a drug derived from human pituitary glands, aided by the local townsfolk, who help abduct visitors to their town for his experiments.
Who directed Evil Town?
Evil Town was directed by Mardi Rustam, Larry Spiegel, Curtis Hanson, Peter S. Traynor .
Who stars in Evil Town?
The principal cast of Evil Town includes Greg Finley, Keith Hefner, Lynda Wiesmeier, Christie Houser, Noelle Harling.
When was Evil Town released and how long is it?
Evil Town was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Evil Town?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Evil Town was composed by Michael Linn, Charles Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Evil Town?
Evil Town holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).