The Killing Kind
“Terry loved soft, furry, little animals. He loved his mother. He loved pretty girls...ALL DEAD!”
Synopsis
A young man returns home to his mother's boardinghouse after serving a prison sentence for a gang rape he was forced to participate in. He seeks revenge on his lawyer and the girl who framed him.
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The Killing Kind (1973) [Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray Promo Trailer]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-09-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 20, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 7, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Curtis Harrington
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Crechales, George Edwards
- Original Score
- Andrew Belling
- Original Title
- The Killing Kind
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Curtis Harrington
Tony Crechales, George Edwards
Andrew Belling
Mario Tosi
Bryon Crouch
Leon Mirell, George Edwards
Department Leadership Roster
Curtis Harrington
Director
Tony Crechales
Writer
George Edwards
Writer
Bryon Crouch
Editor
Tom Rasmussen
Costume Design
George Edwards
Producer
Andrew Belling
Original Music Composer
Mario Tosi
Director of Photography
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
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Killing Kind
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Killing Kind about?
A young man returns home to his mother's boardinghouse after serving a prison sentence for a gang rape he was forced to participate in. He seeks revenge on his lawyer and the girl who framed him.
Who directed The Killing Kind?
The Killing Kind was directed by Curtis Harrington.
Who stars in The Killing Kind?
The principal cast of The Killing Kind includes Ann Sothern, John Savage, Luana Anders, Ruth Roman, Cindy Williams.
When was The Killing Kind released and how long is it?
The Killing Kind was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Killing Kind?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Killing Kind was composed by Andrew Belling.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Killing Kind?
The Killing Kind holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).