My Friend Dahmer
“Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. This is the story before that story.”
Synopsis
Jeffrey Dahmer struggles with a difficult family life as a young boy. During his teenage years he slowly transforms, edging closer to the serial killer he was to become.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer (Australia)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-16
Top Cast
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Ross Lynch
Jeffrey Dahmer
Alex Wolff
John 'Derf' Backderf
Anne Heche
Joyce Dahmer
Dallas Roberts
Lionel Dahmer
Liam Koeth
Dave Dahmer
Nancy Telzerow
Carol Backderf
Tommy Nelson
Neil
Harrison Holzer
Mike
Brigid Naughton
Melody
Cameron McKendry
Moose
Katie Stottlemire
Penny
Brady M.K. Dunn
Bossy
Jake Ingrassia
Gooch
Michael Ryan Boehm
Shorty
Benjamin Zgorecki
Bully Jock
Dontez James
Charlie Smith
Miles Robbins
Lloyd Figg
Gabriela Novogratz
Lisa Watkins
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 95 DaysMelbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 3, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 6, 2018
VOD & Digital Platforms
April 10, 2018
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.4M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marc Meyers
- Screenplay & Story
- Marc Meyers
- Original Score
- Andrew Hollander
- Original Title
- My Friend Dahmer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.4M
- Production Studios
- Ibid Filmworks, Aperture Entertainment, Attic Light Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marc Meyers
Marc Meyers, Derf Backderf
Andrew Hollander
Daniel Katz
Jamie Kirkpatrick
Jody Girgenti, Adam Goldworm, Michael Merlob, Marc Meyers, Giorgio Angelini
Department Leadership Roster
Marc Meyers
Director
Daniel Katz
Director of Photography
Jamie Kirkpatrick
Editor
Jennifer Klide
Production Design
Andrew Hollander
Original Music Composer
Jody Girgenti
Producer
Adam Goldworm
Producer
Michael Merlob
Producer
Marc Meyers
Producer
Carla Shivener
Costume Design
Marc Meyers
Screenplay
Milan Chakraborty
Producer
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
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About My Friend Dahmer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is My Friend Dahmer about?
Jeffrey Dahmer struggles with a difficult family life as a young boy. During his teenage years he slowly transforms, edging closer to the serial killer he was to become.
Who directed My Friend Dahmer?
My Friend Dahmer was directed by Marc Meyers.
Who stars in My Friend Dahmer?
The principal cast of My Friend Dahmer includes Ross Lynch, Alex Wolff, Anne Heche, Dallas Roberts, Liam Koeth.
When was My Friend Dahmer released and how long is it?
My Friend Dahmer was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did My Friend Dahmer make at the box office?
My Friend Dahmer grossed $1.4M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for My Friend Dahmer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Friend Dahmer was composed by Andrew Hollander.
Is My Friend Dahmer based on a book or true story?
My Friend Dahmer is adapted from the following source material: Comic Book: "Derf Backderf".
What is the age rating and content advisory for My Friend Dahmer?
My Friend Dahmer holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).