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4.1 / 10(28 votes)IMDbNR20121h 16mUnited States of America

The Bates Haunting

“Some things are best left alone”

Synopsis

One year ago, Agnes Rickover attended opening night at the Bates Motel and Haunted Hayride to see her best friend Lily's dramatic debut. A horrific accident resulted in Agnes witnessing Lily's fiery death in a spectacle gone wrong. After a year of obsessing over a murder investigation everyone else thinks is open and shut, Agnes goes to work at the Haunt in an attempt confront her trauma. Horrific events begin to claim the lives of her coworkers and Agnes must figure out what is behind all of the "accidents" before more people die.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Bates Haunting - Official Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-08-02

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 6, 2012

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Byron Turk
Screenplay & Story
J.L. Stremberg
Original Title
The Bates Haunting
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 16m
Production Studios
Arasapha Farm, Floor 19 Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Byron Turk

Screenplay & Story

J.L. Stremberg

Department Leadership Roster

Byron Turk

Director

J.L. Stremberg

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Bates Haunting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bates Haunting

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Bates Haunting about?

One year ago, Agnes Rickover attended opening night at the Bates Motel and Haunted Hayride to see her best friend Lily's dramatic debut. A horrific accident resulted in Agnes witnessing Lily's fiery death in a spectacle gone wrong. After a year of obsessing over a murder investigation everyone else thinks is open and shut, Agnes goes to work at the Haunt in an attempt confront her trauma. Horrific events begin to claim the lives of her coworkers and Agnes must figure out what is behind all of the "accidents" before more people die.

Who directed The Bates Haunting?

The Bates Haunting was directed by Byron Turk.

Who stars in The Bates Haunting?

The principal cast of The Bates Haunting includes Jean Louise O'Sullivan, Zachary Fletcher, Ryan Dunn, Rocco A. Amato, Randy Bates.

When was The Bates Haunting released and how long is it?

The Bates Haunting was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Bates Haunting?

The Bates Haunting holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).