Shock 'Em Dead
“For the girl of his dreams, he'd make a deal with the devil.”
Synopsis
Martin is a total loser, who nobody cares for. When he fails to get a position as guitar player in Lindsay's band and loses his job on the way, he makes a deal with a Voodoo priestess. She promises him the fulfillment of all his dreams if he swears obedience to her. He becomes a rock star and has many women - but to stay alive, he has to kill other people.
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Shock Em Dead Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-11-04
Top Cast
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Traci Lords
Lindsay Roberts
Stephen Quadros
Martin
Troy Donahue
Record Exec
Aldo Ray
Tony
Tim Moffett
Greg
Karen Russell
Michelle
Markus Grupa
Jonny
Gina Parks
Marilyn
Laurel Wiley
Monique
Christopher Maleki
Dustin
David Homb
Izzy
Madison Monk
Jimmi Wolf
Mark Richardson
Devin
Suzanne Ager
Groupie #3
Jackie Moen
Groupie #4
Big John Studd
Officer Meak
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1991
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$250K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Freed
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Cross, Mark Freed, Dave Tedder
- Original Score
- Robert Decker
- Original Title
- Shock 'Em Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Budget
- $250K
- Production Studios
- Noma Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Freed
Andrew Cross, Mark Freed, Dave Tedder
Robert Decker
Ron Chapman
Terry Blythe
Eric Louzil
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Cross
Writer
Mark Freed
Writer
Mark Freed
Director
Dave Tedder
Writer
Terry Blythe
Editor
Randy Lapin
Production Design
Ron Chapman
Director of Photography
Jacqueline Aronson
Costume Design
Robert Decker
Original Music Composer
Eric Louzil
Producer
Phil O'Dell
Stunt Coordinator
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 Shock 'Em Dead
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What is Shock 'Em Dead about?
Martin is a total loser, who nobody cares for. When he fails to get a position as guitar player in Lindsay's band and loses his job on the way, he makes a deal with a Voodoo priestess. She promises him the fulfillment of all his dreams if he swears obedience to her. He becomes a rock star and has many women - but to stay alive, he has to kill other people.
Who directed Shock 'Em Dead?
Shock 'Em Dead was directed by Mark Freed.
Who stars in Shock 'Em Dead?
The principal cast of Shock 'Em Dead includes Traci Lords, Stephen Quadros, Troy Donahue, Aldo Ray, Tim Moffett.
When was Shock 'Em Dead released and how long is it?
Shock 'Em Dead was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Shock 'Em Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shock 'Em Dead was composed by Robert Decker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shock 'Em Dead?
Shock 'Em Dead 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.).