Bender
“The first serial killers in America were a family”
Synopsis
The unsettling true story of America's first serial-killing family. A troubled doctor searches for patients swallowed by the prairie and encounters the Benders, homesteaders trapped by a life of unspeakable sin.
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Bender Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-07-10
Top Cast
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Bruce Davison
Mayor Prentiss
Linda Purl
Mrs. Thomas
James Karen
Old Man Bender
Buck Taylor
Sheriff J.E. Stone
John Monastero
Dr. William York / Edwin York
Nicole Jellen
Kate Bender
Reylynn Caster
Little Girl
Leslie Woodies
Old Woman Bender
Grace McKeaney
Goat Lady
Chance Caeden
Boy
Preston Brown
Mr. Loncher
Brad Fields
Parson
Cat Olson
Ethel
Hannah Rikoon
Mrs. Loncher
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tallgrass Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 1, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Alexander
- Screenplay & Story
- John Alexander, JC Guest
- Original Title
- Bender
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Crook and Nanny Productions, Casadelic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Alexander
John Alexander, JC Guest
Department Leadership Roster
John Alexander
Writer
John Alexander
Director
JC Guest
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bender
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What is Bender about?
The unsettling true story of America's first serial-killing family. A troubled doctor searches for patients swallowed by the prairie and encounters the Benders, homesteaders trapped by a life of unspeakable sin.
Who directed Bender?
Bender was directed by John Alexander.
Who stars in Bender?
The principal cast of Bender includes Bruce Davison, Linda Purl, James Karen, Buck Taylor, John Monastero.
When was Bender released and how long is it?
Bender was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.