Office Killer
“Working here can be murder.”
Synopsis
When Dorine Douglas' job as proofreader for Constant Consumer magazine is turned into an at-home position during a downsizing, she doesn't know how to cope. But after accidentally killing one of her co-workers, she discovers that murder can quench the loneliness of her home life, as a macabre office place forms in her basement, populated by dead co-workers.
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Top Cast
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Carol Kane
Dorine Douglas
Molly Ringwald
Kim Poole
Jeanne Tripplehorn
Norah Reed
Barbara Sukowa
Virginia Wingate
Mike Hodge
Mr. Landau
Doug Barron
Ted
Linda Powell
Naomi
Albert Macklin
Brad
Michelle Hurst
Kate
Paula Cale
Paula
Harley Kaplan
Steve
Michael Imperioli
Daniel Birch
David Thornton
Gary Michaels
Alice Drummond
Carlotta Douglas
Eddie Malavarca
Eddie the Mailboy
Jason Brill
Delivery Man
Florina Rodov
Receptionist
Marla Sucharetza
Mrs. Gary Michaels
Release History & Theatrical Window
Locarno Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 3, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cindy Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Kalin, Elise MacAdam
- Original Score
- Evan Lurie
- Original Title
- Office Killer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Good Fear Films, Good Machine, Kardana-Swinsky Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cindy Sherman
Tom Kalin, Elise MacAdam, Cindy Sherman, Todd Haynes
Evan Lurie
Russell Lee Fine, Trish Govoni
Merril Stern
James Schamus, Christine Vachon, Ted Hope, John N. Hart, Tom Carouso
Department Leadership Roster
Cindy Sherman
Director
Merril Stern
Editor
Christine Vachon
Producer
Russell Lee Fine
Director of Photography
Kevin Thompson
Production Design
Todd Thomas
Costume Design
Pamela Koffler
Producer
Evan Lurie
Original Music Composer
Tom Kalin
Screenplay
Elise MacAdam
Screenplay
Manny Siverio
Stunt Coordinator
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 Office Killer
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What is Office Killer about?
When Dorine Douglas' job as proofreader for Constant Consumer magazine is turned into an at-home position during a downsizing, she doesn't know how to cope. But after accidentally killing one of her co-workers, she discovers that murder can quench the loneliness of her home life, as a macabre office place forms in her basement, populated by dead co-workers.
Who directed Office Killer?
Office Killer was directed by Cindy Sherman.
Who stars in Office Killer?
The principal cast of Office Killer includes Carol Kane, Molly Ringwald, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Barbara Sukowa, Mike Hodge.
When was Office Killer released and how long is it?
Office Killer was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Office Killer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Office Killer was composed by Evan Lurie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Office Killer?
Office Killer holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).