Combat Shock
“Fighting, killing, maiming. Agent Orange and the torture cages were the easy part!”
Synopsis
A dangerously disturbed Vietnam veteran struggles with life 15 years after his return home, and slowly falls into insanity from his gritty urban lifestyle.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Combat Shock (1984) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-18
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Rick Giovinazzo
Frankie Dunlan (as Ricky Giovinazzo)
Veronica Stork
Cathy Dunlan
Mitch Maglio
Paco - Gang Leader
Asaph Livni
Labo - Gang Member
Nick Nasta
Morbe - Gang Member
Michael Tierno
Mike - Junkie
Arthur Saunders
Pimp
Lori Labar
Lead Prostitute / Vietnamese Woman
Jim Cooney
Interogating GI
Ray Pinero
Welfare Worker
Leo Lunney
Frankie's Father
Eddie Pepitone
Terry - Strung-Out Junkie (as Ed Pepitone)
Martin Blank
Doctor
Bob Mireau
Security Guard
Tom Desantis
Man Behind Frankie
Nancy Zawada
Girl on Motorcycle
Brendan Tesoriero
Weird Guy
Buddy Giovinazzo
Social Worker (as Carmine Giovinazzo)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 29, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
July 2, 2014
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$40K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Buddy Giovinazzo
- Screenplay & Story
- Buddy Giovinazzo
- Original Score
- Rick Giovinazzo
- Original Title
- Combat Shock
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $40K
- Production Studios
- Troma Entertainment, 2000 A.D. Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Buddy Giovinazzo
Buddy Giovinazzo
Rick Giovinazzo
Stella Varveris
Buddy Giovinazzo
Michael Herz, Lloyd Kaufman, Buddy Giovinazzo
Department Leadership Roster
Buddy Giovinazzo
Writer
Buddy Giovinazzo
Director
Buddy Giovinazzo
Producer
Buddy Giovinazzo
Editor
Stella Varveris
Director of Photography
Lloyd Kaufman
Producer
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
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Combat Shock.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Combat Shock
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Combat Shock about?
A dangerously disturbed Vietnam veteran struggles with life 15 years after his return home, and slowly falls into insanity from his gritty urban lifestyle.
Who directed Combat Shock?
Combat Shock was directed by Buddy Giovinazzo.
Who stars in Combat Shock?
The principal cast of Combat Shock includes Rick Giovinazzo, Veronica Stork, Mitch Maglio, Asaph Livni, Nick Nasta.
When was Combat Shock released and how long is it?
Combat Shock was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Combat Shock?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Combat Shock was composed by Rick Giovinazzo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Combat Shock?
Combat Shock holds official age classifications: CA: R; FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).