Psycho IV: The Beginning
“You've met Norman, now meet Mother...”
Synopsis
When he hears talk radio host Fran Ambrose discussing the topic of matricide, Norman calls in under a false name to tell his story.
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Psycho IV: The Beginning ≣ 1990 ≣ TV Spot
Type: Teaser • Published 2019-03-16
Top Cast
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Anthony Perkins
Norman Bates
Henry Thomas
Young Norman Bates
Olivia Hussey
Norma Bates
CCH Pounder
Fran Ambrose
Warren Frost
Dr. Leo Richmond
Donna Mitchell
Connie Bates
Thomas Schuster
Chet Rudolph
Sharen Camille
Holly
Bobbi Evors
Gloria
John Landis
Mike Calveccio
Kurt Paul
Raymond Linette
Cynthia Garris
Ellen Stevens
Alice Hirson
Mother (voice)
Louis Crume
George Emeric
Doreen Chalmers
Mrs. Lane
Ryan Finnigan
Child Norman
Peggy O'Neal
Nurse
Bob Barnes
Salesman
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 5, 1991
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$800K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mick Garris
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Stefano, Robert Bloch
- Original Score
- Bernard Herrmann, Graeme Revell
- Original Title
- Psycho IV: The Beginning
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $800K
- Production Studios
- Smart Money Productions, Universal Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mick Garris
Joseph Stefano, Robert Bloch
Bernard Herrmann, Graeme Revell
Rodney Charters
Charles Bornstein
Hilton A. Green, George Zaloom, Les Mayfield
Department Leadership Roster
Mick Garris
Director
Joseph Stefano
Writer
Glenn R. Wilder
Stunt Coordinator
Doc Duhame
Stunt Coordinator
Graeme Revell
Original Music Composer
Charles Bornstein
Editor
George Zaloom
Producer
Les Mayfield
Producer
Rodney Charters
Director of Photography
Michael Z. Hanan
Production Design
Mary Ellen Winston
Costume Design
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Psycho IV: The Beginning
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What is Psycho IV: The Beginning about?
When he hears talk radio host Fran Ambrose discussing the topic of matricide, Norman calls in under a false name to tell his story.
Who directed Psycho IV: The Beginning?
Psycho IV: The Beginning was directed by Mick Garris.
Who stars in Psycho IV: The Beginning?
The principal cast of Psycho IV: The Beginning includes Anthony Perkins, Henry Thomas, Olivia Hussey, CCH Pounder, Warren Frost.
When was Psycho IV: The Beginning released and how long is it?
Psycho IV: The Beginning was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Psycho IV: The Beginning?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Psycho IV: The Beginning was composed by Bernard Herrmann, Graeme Revell.
Is Psycho IV: The Beginning based on a book or true story?
Psycho IV: The Beginning is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Robert Bloch".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Psycho IV: The Beginning?
Psycho IV: The Beginning 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.).