Top Cast
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Ned Poindexter
Tracy Mann
Prudence Poindexter
Daniel McLaren
Les Wilson
John Carradine
Hubert Salter
Bruce Allpress
Uncle Athol
Philip Holder
Constable Ramsbottom
Stephen Taylor
Herbert Poindexter
Desmond Kelly
Mr. Poindexter
Anne Flannery
Mrs. Poindexter
Denise O'Connell
Angela Potroz
Jonathan Hardy
Charlie Dabney
Martyn Sanderson
Ned as Adult (voice)
Greer Robson
Lynette
Roy Billing
Mr. Potroz
Greg Naughton
Victor Lynch
Mark Hadlow
Sam Finn
Elizabeth Moody
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Pillsbury
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Heath, Ronald Hugh Morrieson
- Original Title
- The Scarecrow
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Oasis Films, New Zealand National Film Unit, New Zealand Film Commission
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Pillsbury
Michael Heath, Ronald Hugh Morrieson
James Bartle
Ian John
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Heath
Writer
Sam Pillsbury
Director
James Bartle
Director of Photography
Ian John
Editor
Neil Angwin
Production Design
Glenys Hitchens
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Scarecrow.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Scarecrow.
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HORROR COLLECTIONS, ANTHOLOGIES, SEQUALS. PREQUELS, REMAKES & SPIN-OFFS
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scarecrow
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Scarecrow about?
The same night as a girl is slain in the woods, the teenagers Sam and Les are robbed of all of their hard earned hens. In the quest for their hens they cross the murderer's path.
Who directed The Scarecrow?
The Scarecrow was directed by Sam Pillsbury.
Who stars in The Scarecrow?
The principal cast of The Scarecrow includes Jono Smith, Tracy Mann, Daniel McLaren, John Carradine, Bruce Allpress.
When was The Scarecrow released and how long is it?
The Scarecrow was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Is The Scarecrow based on a book or true story?
The Scarecrow is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ronald Hugh Morrieson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Scarecrow?
The Scarecrow holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).