Fade to Black
“Eric Binford lives for the movies...Sometimes he kills for them, too!”
Synopsis
A lonely film buff embarks on a killing spree against those who browbeat and betray him, all the while stalking a Marilyn Monroe lookalike.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Fade to Black (1980) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-07-19
Top Cast
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Dennis Christopher
Eric Binford
Tim Thomerson
Jerry Moriarty
Gwynne Gilford
Officer Anne Oshenbull
Norman Burton
Marty Berger
Linda Kerridge
Marilyn O'Connor
Morgan Paull
Gary Bially
James Luisi
Capt. M.L. Gallagher
Eve Brent
Aunt Stella Binford
John Steadman
Sam
Marcie Barkin
Stacy
Mickey Rourke
Richie
Peter Horton
Joey
Sharon Sharth
Mail Girl
Hennen Chambers
Bart
Melinda O. Fee
Talk Show Hostess
Anita Converse
Dee Dee
Bob Drew
Reverend Shick
Teddi Siddall
Jill
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 14, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vernon Zimmerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Vernon Zimmerman
- Original Score
- Craig Safan
- Original Title
- Fade to Black
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Leisure Investment Company, Movie Ventures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vernon Zimmerman
Vernon Zimmerman
Craig Safan
Ed Barger, Álex Phillips Jr.
James Mitchell, Barbara Pokras
Sylvio Tabet, Irwin Yablans, Ron Hamady, George G. Braunstein
Department Leadership Roster
Vernon Zimmerman
Director
Vernon Zimmerman
Screenplay
Conrad E. Palmisano
Stunt Coordinator
Bruce Paul Barbour
Stunt Coordinator
James Mitchell
Editor
Ron Hamady
Producer
Barbara Pokras
Editor
George G. Braunstein
Producer
Craig Safan
Original Music Composer
Álex Phillips Jr.
Director of Photography
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fade to Black
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fade to Black about?
A lonely film buff embarks on a killing spree against those who browbeat and betray him, all the while stalking a Marilyn Monroe lookalike.
Who directed Fade to Black?
Fade to Black was directed by Vernon Zimmerman.
Who stars in Fade to Black?
The principal cast of Fade to Black includes Dennis Christopher, Tim Thomerson, Gwynne Gilford, Norman Burton, Linda Kerridge.
When was Fade to Black released and how long is it?
Fade to Black was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Fade to Black?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fade to Black was composed by Craig Safan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fade to Black?
Fade to Black holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).