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7.4 / 10(3,346 votes)IMDbR20101h 29m$5.2M Worldwide GrossCanada, United States of America

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

“Evil just messed with the wrong hillbillies.”

Synopsis

Two hillbillies are suspected of being killers by a group of paranoid college kids camping near the duo's West Virginian cabin. As the body count climbs, so does the fear and confusion as the college kids try to seek revenge against the pair.

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TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-07-26

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Sundance Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

September 30, 2011

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

July 4, 2012

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBudget Recovered (1.04x ROI)

Production Budget

$5M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$5.2M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

1.04x

+$225K net gain

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $5MWorldwide: $5.2M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Eli Craig
Screenplay & Story
Eli Craig, Morgan Jurgenson
Original Score
Mike Shields
Original Title
Tucker and Dale vs. Evil
Country of Origin
Canada, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Production Budget
$5M
Worldwide Gross
$5.2M
Production Studios
Eden Rock Media, Gynormous Pictures, Voltage Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Eli Craig

Screenplay & Story

Eli Craig, Morgan Jurgenson

Original Score & Music

Mike Shields

Director of Photography

David Geddes

Film Editing

Bridget Durnford

Producers

Albert Klychak, Deepak Nayar, Morgan Jurgenson, Thomas Augsberger, Rosanne Milliken

Department Leadership Roster

David Geddes

Director of Photography

Albert Klychak

Producer

Eli Craig

Eli Craig

Writer

Deepak Nayar

Deepak Nayar

Producer

Bridget Durnford

Editor

Mike Shields

Original Music Composer

Eli Craig

Eli Craig

Director

Morgan Jurgenson

Producer

Rosanne Milliken

Producer

Morgan Jurgenson

Writer

Jodi Stecyk

Jodi Stecyk

Stunt Coordinator

Mary Hyde-Kerr

Costume Design

John Blackie

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
Canada14A
Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Tucker and Dale vs. Evil about?

Two hillbillies are suspected of being killers by a group of paranoid college kids camping near the duo's West Virginian cabin. As the body count climbs, so does the fear and confusion as the college kids try to seek revenge against the pair.

Who directed Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil was directed by Eli Craig.

Who stars in Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

The principal cast of Tucker and Dale vs. Evil includes Tyler Labine, Alan Tudyk, Katrina Bowden, Jesse Moss, Philip Granger.

When was Tucker and Dale vs. Evil released and how long is it?

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.

What was the box office and production budget of Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil had a reported production budget of $5M and grossed $5.2M at the worldwide box office (1.04 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).

Who composed the musical score for Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Tucker and Dale vs. Evil was composed by Mike Shields.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: 14A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).