Popcorn
“Buy a bag. Go home in a box.”
Synopsis
While holding a horror film festival, a group of students are stalked by a madman who may have a sinister connection to a cult leader.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
US Original Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-08-13
Top Cast
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Jill Schoelen
Maggie
Tom Villard
Toby
Dee Wallace
Suzanne
Derek Rydall
Mark
Kelly Jo Minter
Cheryl
Malcolm Danare
Bud
Elliott Hurst
Leon
Ivette Soler
Joannie
Freddie Simpson
Tina
Karen Lorre
Joy
Ray Walston
Dr. Mnesyne
Tony Roberts
Mr. Davis
Ethan Ormsby
Two-Headed Guy
Will Knickerbocker
Landlord / Warden
Ben Stotes
Hatchethead
Ken Ryan
Radio Announcer
Matt Falls
Lanyard Gates
Cindy Breakspeare
Gloria Gates
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 3, 1991
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$4.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Herrier
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Ormsby
- Original Score
- Paul Zaza
- Original Title
- Popcorn
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Worldwide Gross
- $4.2M
- Production Studios
- Movie Partners, Trans-Atlantic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Herrier
Alan Ormsby, Mitchell Smith
Paul Zaza
Ronnie Taylor
Stan Cole
Howard Baldwin, Karl Hendrickson, Howard Hurst, Ashok Amritraj, Gary Goch
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Herrier
Director
Heidi Kaczenski
Costume Design
Alan Ormsby
Screenplay
Ashok Amritraj
Producer
Gary Goch
Producer
Torben Johnke
Producer
Paul Zaza
Original Music Composer
Ronnie Taylor
Director of Photography
Stan Cole
Editor
Peter Murton
Production Design
Bob Clark
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
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Popcorn
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Popcorn about?
While holding a horror film festival, a group of students are stalked by a madman who may have a sinister connection to a cult leader.
Who directed Popcorn?
Popcorn was directed by Mark Herrier.
Who stars in Popcorn?
The principal cast of Popcorn includes Jill Schoelen, Tom Villard, Dee Wallace, Derek Rydall, Kelly Jo Minter.
When was Popcorn released and how long is it?
Popcorn was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
How much did Popcorn make at the box office?
Popcorn grossed $4.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Popcorn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Popcorn was composed by Paul Zaza.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Popcorn?
Popcorn 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.).