Student Bodies
“At last the world's first comedy horror movie.”
Synopsis
This zany send-up of teen slasher flicks features a maniacal psycho known as the Breather, who stalks –and murders– promiscuous students at a suburban high school. The fanatical killer's unusual weapons include paper clips, blackboard erasers and eggplants.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Student Bodies (1981) Trailer Horror/Comedy
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-27
Top Cast
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Kristen Riter
Toby Badger
Matthew Goldsby
Hardy
Joe Flood
Mr. Dumpkin
Mimi Weddell
Miss Mumsley
Joe Talarowski
Principal Peters
Carl Jacobs
Dr. Sigmund
Oscar James
Football Coach
Robyn Flanery
Joan
Janice E. O'Malley
Nurse Krud
Peggy Cooper
Ms. Van Dyke
Kevin Mannis
Scott
Sara Eckhardt
Patti
Brian Batytis
Wheels
Cullen G. Chambers
Charles Ray
Joan Browning Jacobs
Mrs. Hummers
Angela Bressler
Julie
Kay Ogden
Ms. Leclair
Douglas Cotner
Mr. Hummers
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 7, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$5.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mickey Rose
- Screenplay & Story
- Mickey Rose
- Original Score
- Gene Hobson
- Original Title
- Student Bodies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Worldwide Gross
- $5.2M
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mickey Rose
Mickey Rose
Gene Hobson
Robert Ebinger
Ruth Hope
Jerry Belson, Harvey Miller, Michael Ritchie
Department Leadership Roster
Mickey Rose
Director
Michael Ritchie
Producer
Mickey Rose
Screenplay
David Sanders
Stunt Coordinator
Donald B. Nunley
Production Design
Robert Ebinger
Director of Photography
Kristin Nelson
Costume Design
Ruth Hope
Editor
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 Student Bodies
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Student Bodies about?
This zany send-up of teen slasher flicks features a maniacal psycho known as the Breather, who stalks –and murders– promiscuous students at a suburban high school. The fanatical killer's unusual weapons include paper clips, blackboard erasers and eggplants.
Who directed Student Bodies?
Student Bodies was directed by Mickey Rose.
Who stars in Student Bodies?
The principal cast of Student Bodies includes Kristen Riter, Matthew Goldsby, Joe Flood, Mimi Weddell, Joe Talarowski.
When was Student Bodies released and how long is it?
Student Bodies was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
How much did Student Bodies make at the box office?
Student Bodies grossed $5.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Student Bodies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Student Bodies was composed by Gene Hobson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Student Bodies?
Student Bodies holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).