Bloody Birthday
“The nightmare begins with the kids next door.”
Synopsis
In 1970, three children are born at the height of a total eclipse. Due to the sun and moon blocking Saturn, which controls emotions, they have become heartless killers ten years later, and are able to escape detection because of their youthful and innocent facades. A boy and his teenage sister become endangered when they stumble onto the bloody truth.
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Bloody Birthday ≣ 1981 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-05
Top Cast
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Lori Lethin
Joyce Russel
Melinda Cordell
Mrs. Brody
Julie Brown
Beverly Brody
Susan Strasberg
Miss Viola Davis
José Ferrer
Doctor
Joe Penny
Mr. Harding
Bert Kramer
Sherriff James Brody
Elizabeth Hoy
Debbie Brody
Billy Jayne
Curtis Taylor
K.C. Martel
Timmy Russel
Ben Marley
Duke Benson
Erica Hope
Annie Smith
Ellen Geer
Madge
William Boyett
Ward Costello
Mr. Taylor
Michael Dudikoff
Willard
Cyril O'Reilly
Paul
Sylvia Wright
Girl in Van
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 28, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 27, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ed Hunt
- Screenplay & Story
- Ed Hunt, Barry Pearson
- Original Score
- Arlon Ober
- Original Title
- Bloody Birthday
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Judica Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ed Hunt
Ed Hunt, Barry Pearson
Arlon Ober
Stephen L. Posey
Ann E. Mills
Gerald T. Olson, Steven R. McGlothen, Max Rosenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Hunt
Director
Ed Hunt
Screenplay
Barry Pearson
Screenplay
Gerald T. Olson
Producer
Arlon Ober
Original Music Composer
Stephen L. Posey
Director of Photography
Ann E. Mills
Editor
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.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bloody Birthday
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What is Bloody Birthday about?
In 1970, three children are born at the height of a total eclipse. Due to the sun and moon blocking Saturn, which controls emotions, they have become heartless killers ten years later, and are able to escape detection because of their youthful and innocent facades. A boy and his teenage sister become endangered when they stumble onto the bloody truth.
Who directed Bloody Birthday?
Bloody Birthday was directed by Ed Hunt.
Who stars in Bloody Birthday?
The principal cast of Bloody Birthday includes Lori Lethin, Melinda Cordell, Julie Brown, Susan Strasberg, José Ferrer.
When was Bloody Birthday released and how long is it?
Bloody Birthday was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Bloody Birthday?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bloody Birthday was composed by Arlon Ober.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bloody Birthday?
Bloody Birthday holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).