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4.2 / 10(38 votes)IMDbPG-1319851h 40mUnited States of America

Chiller

“Frozen for 10 Years... He Returns To The Living Without His Soul”

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Synopsis

A wealthy industrialist arranges for his body to be kept on ice in a high-tech cryonic chamber. When the instructions are not followed properly, he emerges from the frozen crypt as an empty, soulless creature with an appetite for destruction.

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Chiller (1985) Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-15

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Wes Craven
Screenplay & Story
J.D. Feigelson
Original Score
Dana Kaproff
Original Title
Chiller
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 40m
Production Studios
Polar Films, Frozen Man Productions, J.D. Feigelson Productions, CBS Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Wes Craven

Screenplay & Story

J.D. Feigelson

Original Score & Music

Dana Kaproff

Director of Photography

Frank Thackery

Film Editing

Duane Hartzell

Producers

Richard Kobritz, J.D. Feigelson

Department Leadership Roster

J.D. Feigelson

Writer

Wes Craven

Wes Craven

Director

Dana Kaproff

Dana Kaproff

Original Music Composer

J.D. Feigelson

Producer

Frank Thackery

Director of Photography

Duane Hartzell

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiller

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Chiller about?

A wealthy industrialist arranges for his body to be kept on ice in a high-tech cryonic chamber. When the instructions are not followed properly, he emerges from the frozen crypt as an empty, soulless creature with an appetite for destruction.

Who directed Chiller?

Chiller was directed by Wes Craven.

Who stars in Chiller?

The principal cast of Chiller includes Michael Beck, Beatrice Straight, Laura Johnson, Dick O'Neill, Alan Fudge.

When was Chiller released and how long is it?

Chiller was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.

Who composed the musical score for Chiller?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Chiller was composed by Dana Kaproff.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Chiller?

Chiller holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).