The Clown Murders
“It started as a joke...”
Synopsis
A group of young professionals decides to play a practical joke on one of their ex-girlfriends who married a rich man who is about to close a major real estate deal. They plan to kidnap her and mess up the deal. Unfortunately, the joke becomes deadly serious.
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Michael Magee in "The Clown Murders" (1976)
Type: Clip • Published 2017-02-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martyn Burke
- Screenplay & Story
- Martyn Burke
- Original Score
- John Mills-Cockell
- Original Title
- The Clown Murders
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Magnum Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martyn Burke
Martyn Burke
John Mills-Cockell
Dennis Miller
Ronald Sanders
Christopher Dalton, Stephen Stohn
Department Leadership Roster
Martyn Burke
Director
Martyn Burke
Writer
Ronald Sanders
Editor
Christopher Dalton
Producer
John Mills-Cockell
Original Music Composer
Dennis Miller
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Clown Murders
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What is The Clown Murders about?
A group of young professionals decides to play a practical joke on one of their ex-girlfriends who married a rich man who is about to close a major real estate deal. They plan to kidnap her and mess up the deal. Unfortunately, the joke becomes deadly serious.
Who directed The Clown Murders?
The Clown Murders was directed by Martyn Burke.
Who stars in The Clown Murders?
The principal cast of The Clown Murders includes Stephen Young, Susan Keller, Lawrence Dane, John Candy, Gary Reineke.
When was The Clown Murders released and how long is it?
The Clown Murders was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Clown Murders?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Clown Murders was composed by John Mills-Cockell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Clown Murders?
The Clown Murders holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).