Death Pool
“Try to hold your breath.”
Synopsis
Johnny Taylor has a big problem: he LOVES to drown good-looking girls. When he sees water and attractive females together, something in his head begs him to kill - the psychological result of a traumatic near-drowning during his childhood at the hands of a twisted babysitter. Fighting the urge to act on his sinister thoughts most of his adult life, Johnny finally succumbs to his dark instincts when the only work he can find is around water, cleaning pools. Filled with colorful characters, beautiful women and set against the backdrop of the LA party scene, Death Pool encapsulates the desire for fame, the lust for desire, and the urge to kill.
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DEATH POOL Trailer (Thriller - 2017)
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-06-10
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Randy Wayne
Johnny Taylor
Demetrius Stear
Brandon
Sara Malakul Lane
Scarlet
Jessica Louise Long
Debbie
Walker Mintz
Young Johnny
Nash Carter
Kasey
Rhett Wellington Ramirez
Randy
Shawn C. Phillips
Billy Bonzo
James Cullen Bressack
Matt
Kelly Erin Decker
SFN News Anchor
Afton Jillian
Shelly
Karalynn Dunton
Valerie
Delpaneaux Wills
Reporter Chris Miller
Amanda Goff
Nicole
Kimberly Rebeca
Tracey
Hannah Townsend
Shannon
Tom McLaren
Mr. Taylor
Gena Kay
Mrs. Taylor
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 75 DaysJune 20, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 3, 2017
VOD & Digital Platforms
September 11, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jared Cohn
- Screenplay & Story
- Jared Cohn
- Original Score
- Chase Kuker
- Original Title
- Death Pool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Traplight Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jared Cohn
Jared Cohn
Chase Kuker
Josh Maas
Rob Pallatina, Ronnee Swenton
Jared Cohn, David S. Sterling, Randy Wayne, Demetrius Stear, Gabriel Campisi
Department Leadership Roster
Jared Cohn
Writer
Jared Cohn
Director
Josh Maas
Director of Photography
Chase Kuker
Original Music Composer
Jared Cohn
Producer
David S. Sterling
Producer
Randy Wayne
Producer
Demetrius Stear
Producer
Richard Calderon
Production Design
Rob Pallatina
Editor
Gabriel Campisi
Producer
Ronnee Swenton
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Death Pool
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What is Death Pool about?
Johnny Taylor has a big problem: he LOVES to drown good-looking girls. When he sees water and attractive females together, something in his head begs him to kill - the psychological result of a traumatic near-drowning during his childhood at the hands of a twisted babysitter. Fighting the urge to act on his sinister thoughts most of his adult life, Johnny finally succumbs to his dark instincts when the only work he can find is around water, cleaning pools. Filled with colorful characters, beautiful women and set against the backdrop of the LA party scene, Death Pool encapsulates the desire for fame, the lust for desire, and the urge to kill.
Who directed Death Pool?
Death Pool was directed by Jared Cohn.
Who stars in Death Pool?
The principal cast of Death Pool includes Randy Wayne, Demetrius Stear, Sara Malakul Lane, Jessica Louise Long, Walker Mintz.
When was Death Pool released and how long is it?
Death Pool was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Death Pool?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Death Pool was composed by Chase Kuker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Death Pool?
Death Pool holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).