Trick or Treat
“What are you afraid of? It's only rock & roll.”
Synopsis
Eddie Weinbauer, a metalhead teen who is bullied at school, looks to his heavy metal superstar idol, Sammi Curr, for guidance. When Curr is killed in a hotel fire, Eddie becomes the recipient of the only copy of his unreleased album, which, when played backwards, brings the rocker back to life. As Halloween approaches, Eddie begins to realize that this isn't only rock 'n roll...It's life and death.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-25
Top Cast
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Marc Price
Eddie Weinbauer
Tony Fields
Sammi Curr
Lisa Orgolini
Leslie Graham
Doug Savant
Tim Hainey
Elaine Joyce
Angie Weinbauer
Glen Morgan
Roger Mockus
Gene Simmons
Nuke
Ozzy Osbourne
Rev. Aaron Gilstrom
Elise Richards
Genie Wooster
Richard Pachorek
Ron Avery
Clare Torao
Maggie Wong-Hernandez
Alice Nunn
Sylvia Cavell
Larry Sprinkle
Mark McCain
Charles Martin Smith
Mr. Wimbley
Claudia Templeton
Hysterical Survivor
Denney Pierce
Goon #1
Ray Shaffer
Goon #2
Brad Thomas
Goon #3
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 24, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.8M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Martin Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael S. Murphey, Rhet Topham, Joel Soisson
- Original Score
- Christopher Young
- Original Title
- Trick or Treat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.8M
- Production Studios
- DEG
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Martin Smith
Michael S. Murphey, Rhet Topham, Joel Soisson
Christopher Young
Robert Elswit
Jane Schwartz Jaffe
Michael S. Murphey, Joel Soisson
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Martin Smith
Director
Dan Bradley
Stunt Coordinator
Michael S. Murphey
Screenplay
Curtis A. Schnell
Production Design
Michael S. Murphey
Producer
Rhet Topham
Screenplay
Joel Soisson
Screenplay
Jane Schwartz Jaffe
Editor
Joel Soisson
Producer
Robert Elswit
Director of Photography
Christopher Young
Original Music Composer
Jill M. Ohanneson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trick or Treat
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Trick or Treat about?
Eddie Weinbauer, a metalhead teen who is bullied at school, looks to his heavy metal superstar idol, Sammi Curr, for guidance. When Curr is killed in a hotel fire, Eddie becomes the recipient of the only copy of his unreleased album, which, when played backwards, brings the rocker back to life. As Halloween approaches, Eddie begins to realize that this isn't only rock 'n roll...It's life and death.
Who directed Trick or Treat?
Trick or Treat was directed by Charles Martin Smith.
Who stars in Trick or Treat?
The principal cast of Trick or Treat includes Marc Price, Tony Fields, Lisa Orgolini, Doug Savant, Elaine Joyce.
When was Trick or Treat released and how long is it?
Trick or Treat was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Trick or Treat make at the box office?
Trick or Treat grossed $6.8M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Trick or Treat?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Trick or Treat was composed by Christopher Young.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Trick or Treat?
Trick or Treat holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).