Nightmare in Wax
“Half Human... Trapped In A Bubbling Cauldron Of Terror!”
Synopsis
The disfigured curator of a wax museum murders his enemies and then uses their bodies as exhibits in his museum.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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DRIVE-IN TRAILER: 'NIGHTMARE IN WAX' (1969)
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 14, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bud Townsend
- Screenplay & Story
- Rex Carlton
- Original Title
- Nightmare in Wax
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paragon International Pictures, Productions Enterprises Inc., Crown International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bud Townsend
Rex Carlton
Glen R. Smith
Leonard Kwitt
Martin B. Cohen, Herbert Sussan, Rex Carlton
Department Leadership Roster
Rex Carlton
Writer
Leonard Kwitt
Editor
Martin B. Cohen
Producer
Herbert Sussan
Producer
Bud Townsend
Director
Glen R. Smith
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightmare in Wax
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What is Nightmare in Wax about?
The disfigured curator of a wax museum murders his enemies and then uses their bodies as exhibits in his museum.
Who directed Nightmare in Wax?
Nightmare in Wax was directed by Bud Townsend.
Who stars in Nightmare in Wax?
The principal cast of Nightmare in Wax includes Cameron Mitchell, Anne Helm, Scott Brady, Berry Kroeger, Victoria Carroll.
When was Nightmare in Wax released and how long is it?
Nightmare in Wax was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nightmare in Wax?
Nightmare in Wax holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).