The Wizard of Gore
“Is It Magic? Or Wholesale Slaughter?”
Synopsis
A talk show hostess and her boyfriend investigate a shady magician who has the ability to hypnotize and control people's thoughts in order to stage gory onstage illusions using his powers of mindbending.
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The Wizard of Gore (1970) - Trailer #1
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-08-07
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Ray Sager
Montag the Magnificent
Judy Cler
Sherry Carson
Wayne Ratay
Jack
Phil Laurenson
Greg
Jim Rau
Steve
Don Alexander
Det. Kramer
John Elliot
Det. Harlan
Karin Alexana
Stage Girl #1 - Chainsaw Victim
Corinne Kirkin
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Monica Blackwell
Stage Girl #3 - Punchpress Victim
Sally Brody
Stage Girl #4 - Sword Victim
Karen Burke
Stage Girl #5 - Sword Victim
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$60K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herschell Gordon Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Allen Kahn
- Original Score
- Larry Wellington
- Original Title
- The Wizard of Gore
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Budget
- $60K
- Production Studios
- Mayflower Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herschell Gordon Lewis
Allen Kahn
Larry Wellington
Alex Ameri
Herschell Gordon Lewis, Fred M. Sandy
Department Leadership Roster
Herschell Gordon Lewis
Director
Herschell Gordon Lewis
Producer
Allen Kahn
Writer
Larry Wellington
Original Music Composer
Alex Ameri
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 The Wizard of Gore
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Wizard of Gore about?
A talk show hostess and her boyfriend investigate a shady magician who has the ability to hypnotize and control people's thoughts in order to stage gory onstage illusions using his powers of mindbending.
Who directed The Wizard of Gore?
The Wizard of Gore was directed by Herschell Gordon Lewis.
Who stars in The Wizard of Gore?
The principal cast of The Wizard of Gore includes Ray Sager, Judy Cler, Wayne Ratay, Phil Laurenson, Jim Rau.
When was The Wizard of Gore released and how long is it?
The Wizard of Gore was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Wizard of Gore?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Wizard of Gore was composed by Larry Wellington.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wizard of Gore?
The Wizard of Gore holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).