The Willies
“You'll Laugh, You'll Cry, You'll Puke, You'll Die!”
Synopsis
Two brothers camping with their cousin try to frighten each other by telling stories. They start with urban legends, but then there are two main narrations: one involves strange happenings at an elementary school; the other, a teenage boy with a peculiar interest.
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Sean Astin
Michael
Jason Horst
Kyle
Joshua John Miller
Josh
James Karen
Jenkins / Uncle Harry
Marilyn Pitzer
Chicken Lady
Evan Arnold
Counter Guy
Dana Ashbrook
Tough Dude
Kathy MacQuarrie
Tough Chick
Bill Erwin
Old Man
Doug Benson
Zombie
Marie Wright-Perry
Tart
Bob Zamudio
The Ripper / Fly #2
Gary DePew
Sea Captain Ghoul
Tim Edwards
Mr. Death Ghoul
Ken Daly
Farmer Ghoul / Pest Control Guy
Kimmy Robertson
Ride Operator
Steeve Arlen
Ride Narrator (Voice)
Marte Boyle Slout
Poodle Lady
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 27, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Peck
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Peck
- Original Score
- Randy Miller
- Original Title
- The Willies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Force Majeure Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Peck
Brian Peck
Randy Miller
Tom Ingalls
James Eaton
Gary DePew, Brian Peck, Brad Southwick, Talaat Captan
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Peck
Director
Gary DePew
Producer
Brian Peck
Screenplay
Brad Southwick
Producer
Randy Miller
Original Music Composer
Tom Ingalls
Director of Photography
James Eaton
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Willies
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What is The Willies about?
Two brothers camping with their cousin try to frighten each other by telling stories. They start with urban legends, but then there are two main narrations: one involves strange happenings at an elementary school; the other, a teenage boy with a peculiar interest.
Who directed The Willies?
The Willies was directed by Brian Peck.
Who stars in The Willies?
The principal cast of The Willies includes Sean Astin, Jason Horst, Joshua John Miller, James Karen, Marilyn Pitzer.
When was The Willies released and how long is it?
The Willies was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Willies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Willies was composed by Randy Miller.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Willies?
The Willies holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).