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IMDb19931h 21mUnited States of America

Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders

“The Girl Scout Murders”

Synopsis

The Oklahoma Girl Scout murders is an unsolved murder case that occurred on the morning of June 13, 1977, at Camp Scott in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The victims were three girl scouts, between the ages of 8 and 10, who were raped and murdered. Their bodies had been left on a trail leading to the showers, about 150 yards from their tent at summer camp. The case was classified as solved when Gene Leroy Hart, a local jail escapee with a history of violence, was arrested. However, he was acquitted when he stood trial for the crime.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1993

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Michael Wilkerson
Screenplay & Story
Dick Wilkerson, Michael Wilkerson
Original Title
Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 21m
Production Studios
Barrister Productions Inc.

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Wilkerson

Screenplay & Story

Dick Wilkerson, Michael Wilkerson

Literary Origin & Source Material
Book:Dick WilkersonBook:Michael Wilkerson

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Wilkerson

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders

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What is Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders about?

The Oklahoma Girl Scout murders is an unsolved murder case that occurred on the morning of June 13, 1977, at Camp Scott in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The victims were three girl scouts, between the ages of 8 and 10, who were raped and murdered. Their bodies had been left on a trail leading to the showers, about 150 yards from their tent at summer camp. The case was classified as solved when Gene Leroy Hart, a local jail escapee with a history of violence, was arrested. However, he was acquitted when he stood trial for the crime.

Who directed Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders?

Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders was directed by Michael Wilkerson.

Who stars in Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders?

The principal cast of Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders includes Lindsay Armstrong, Trisha Bicknell, Larry Bowles, Johnny Cash.

When was Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders released and how long is it?

Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.

Is Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders based on a book or true story?

Someone Cry for the Children: The Girl Scout Murders is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Dick Wilkerson", Book: "Michael Wilkerson".