Hatemongers
“Fred is loud! Fred is defiant! Fred causes trouble wherever he goes! Fred is the man people love to hate! Why haven't YOU heard the whole story about Fred?”
Synopsis
Documentary tracking the exploits of aging Calvinist preacher Fred Phelps, a convicted felon who leads his cult (primarily composed of his wife, nine of their children, and his fifty-two grandchildren) on their "love crusades" across America, which include calling for gays to be killed, praising terrorist attacks, mocking mourners at the funerals of AIDS patients and murder victims, and literally dancing and spitting on the graves of his enemies.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve Drain
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve Drain, Fred Phelps
- Original Title
- Hatemongers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Westboro Baptist Church
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Drain
Steve Drain, Fred Phelps
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Drain
Writer
Fred Phelps
Writer
Steve Drain
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hatemongers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hatemongers about?
Documentary tracking the exploits of aging Calvinist preacher Fred Phelps, a convicted felon who leads his cult (primarily composed of his wife, nine of their children, and his fifty-two grandchildren) on their "love crusades" across America, which include calling for gays to be killed, praising terrorist attacks, mocking mourners at the funerals of AIDS patients and murder victims, and literally dancing and spitting on the graves of his enemies.
Who directed Hatemongers?
Hatemongers was directed by Steve Drain.
Who stars in Hatemongers?
The principal cast of Hatemongers includes Fred Phelps, Steve Drain, Shirley Phelps-Roper, Margie Phelps, Megan Phelps-Roper.
When was Hatemongers released and how long is it?
Hatemongers was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.