Deranged
“The ultimate horror comes from within.”
Synopsis
Joyce seems to have the perfect life - she lives in a nice apartment with a wealthy husband, is soon going to give birth to a baby boy, and has all the money she'll ever need. But while her husband is away in London on business, Joyce is attacked by a masked intruder, that unleashes within her a frightened little girl, haunted by her "special" relationship with her daddy, and a crazed madwoman who is hungry for revenge. From then on, Joyce's wild hallucinations take over, and she begins to murder anyone and everyone who comes near her, in a violent fit of rage.
Top Cast
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Veronica Hart
Joyce Peters
Jerry Butler
Frank Peters
Jennifer Delora
Mary Ann
Jamie Gillis
Eugene
Jill Cumer
Sheila
Loretta Palma
Margaret
John Brett
Darren
Gary Goldman
Nick
Harvey Siegel
Dr. Freemont
Daniel Chapman
Minister
Jessica Rose
Young Mary Ann
Frank Cole
Merrick
Bob Fitzpatrick
Valet
Nancy Groff
Teacher
Max Hamilton
Baby Frankie
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 30, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 6, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chuck Vincent
- Screenplay & Story
- Craig Horrall
- Original Score
- Bill Heller
- Original Title
- Deranged
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Platinum Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chuck Vincent
Craig Horrall
Bill Heller
Larry Revene
James Davalos
Chuck Vincent
Department Leadership Roster
Chuck Vincent
Director
Craig Horrall
Writer
Chuck Vincent
Producer
Larry Revene
Director of Photography
James Davalos
Editor
Bill Heller
Original Music Composer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deranged
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What is Deranged about?
Joyce seems to have the perfect life - she lives in a nice apartment with a wealthy husband, is soon going to give birth to a baby boy, and has all the money she'll ever need. But while her husband is away in London on business, Joyce is attacked by a masked intruder, that unleashes within her a frightened little girl, haunted by her "special" relationship with her daddy, and a crazed madwoman who is hungry for revenge. From then on, Joyce's wild hallucinations take over, and she begins to murder anyone and everyone who comes near her, in a violent fit of rage.
Who directed Deranged?
Deranged was directed by Chuck Vincent.
Who stars in Deranged?
The principal cast of Deranged includes Veronica Hart, Jerry Butler, Jennifer Delora, Jamie Gillis, Jill Cumer.
When was Deranged released and how long is it?
Deranged was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Deranged?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Deranged was composed by Bill Heller.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Deranged?
Deranged holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).