The Strangler
“Based on the terror that has shocked the nation!”
Synopsis
An overweight lab technician with low self esteem, brought on by his dominant mother, becomes a serial killer of female nurses.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-05-04
Top Cast
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Victor Buono
Leo Kroll
David McLean
Lt. Frank Benson
Diane Sayer
Barbara Wells
Davey Davison
Tally Raymond
Baynes Barron
Sgt. Mack Clyde
Ellen Corby
Mrs. Kroll
Russ Bender
Dr. Clarence Sanford
Jeanne Bates
Clara Thomas
Mimi Dillard
Thelma
Selette Cole
Helen Lawson
Michael Ryan
Detective Mel Posner
Wally Campo
Eggerton
Byron Morrow
Dr. Morton
John Yates
Intern
James B. Sikking
Police Sketch Artist
Robert Cranford
Jack Rosten
Fred Aldrich
Apartment House Manager (uncredited)
Benjie Bancroft
Police Officer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Burt Topper
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill S. Ballinger
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- The Strangler
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Bischoff-Diamond Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Burt Topper
Bill S. Ballinger
Marlin Skiles
Jacques R. Marquette
Robert S. Eisen
James Cresson, David Diamond, Samuel Bischoff
Department Leadership Roster
Robert S. Eisen
Editor
James Cresson
Producer
Bill S. Ballinger
Screenplay
David Diamond
Producer
Samuel Bischoff
Producer
Jacques R. Marquette
Director of Photography
Marlin Skiles
Original Music Composer
Burt Topper
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Strangler
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Strangler about?
An overweight lab technician with low self esteem, brought on by his dominant mother, becomes a serial killer of female nurses.
Who directed The Strangler?
The Strangler was directed by Burt Topper.
Who stars in The Strangler?
The principal cast of The Strangler includes Victor Buono, David McLean, Diane Sayer, Davey Davison, Baynes Barron.
When was The Strangler released and how long is it?
The Strangler was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Strangler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Strangler was composed by Marlin Skiles.