Shadow Builder
“When God created light, the first shadow was born.”
Synopsis
A demon is summoned to take the soul of a young boy who has the potential to become a saint. By doing this he will open a doorway to hell and destroy the world.
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Michael Rooker
Father Vassey
Leslie Hope
Jenny Hatcher
Shawn Thompson
Sheriff Sam Logan
Andrew Jackson
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Kevin Zegers
Chris Hatcher
Tony Todd
Evert Covey
Hardee T. Lineham
Nestor Tibbot (as Hardee Lineham)
Catherine Bruhier
Maggie MacKinnon
Gordon Michael Woolvett
Larry Eggers (as Gordon M. Woolvett)
James B. Douglas
Doc Cole
Richard McMillan
Father Finler
Charlotte Sullivan
Jazz
Andrew Sardella
Paul
David Calderisi
Bishop Gallo
Lawrence Bayne
Quinlan
Eric Murphy
Vic Lambert
Paul Soles
Mr. Butterman
Billie Mae Richards
Mrs. Butterman
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1998
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamie Dixon
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Stokes, Bram Stoker
- Original Score
- Eckart Seeber
- Original Title
- Shadow Builder
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Apple Creek Productions, Imperial Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamie Dixon
Michael Stokes, Bram Stoker
Eckart Seeber
David Pelletier
Craig Nisker
Ash R. Shah, Andy Emilio, Dan Chuba
Department Leadership Roster
Jamie Dixon
Director
Michael Stokes
Writer
Craig Nisker
Editor
Andy Emilio
Producer
David Pelletier
Director of Photography
Eckart Seeber
Original Music Composer
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.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadow Builder
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shadow Builder about?
A demon is summoned to take the soul of a young boy who has the potential to become a saint. By doing this he will open a doorway to hell and destroy the world.
Who directed Shadow Builder?
Shadow Builder was directed by Jamie Dixon.
Who stars in Shadow Builder?
The principal cast of Shadow Builder includes Michael Rooker, Leslie Hope, Shawn Thompson, Andrew Jackson, Kevin Zegers.
When was Shadow Builder released and how long is it?
Shadow Builder was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Shadow Builder?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shadow Builder was composed by Eckart Seeber.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shadow Builder?
Shadow Builder holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).