The Zodiac Killer
“It really happened”
Synopsis
The San Francisco area is beset by a series of seemingly random murders without motive or pattern. The police are taunted by phone calls and letters. Could the maniac be the violent truck driver, or the seemingly mild-mannered mailman, or even a cop?
Top Cast
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Jerry
Bob Jones
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Ray Lynch
Sgt. Pittman
Mary Darrington
First Murder
Frank Sanabek
Joe
Ed Quigley
Tony
Bertha Dahl
Mrs. Crocker
Dion Marinkovich
Helen
Doodles Weaver
Doc
Gloria Gunn
Marilyn
Richard Styles
Judd
Manny Cardoza
Hippy
Barbara Schillaci
Barbara
Robert Towne
Man in Bar #3
Richard Garrison
Dick
Aaron Koslow
Psychic
Tom Pittman
Officer Heller
Tom Hanson
Paul
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco, California (Premiere)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Hanson
- Screenplay & Story
- Manny Cardoza, Ray Cantrell
- Original Title
- The Zodiac Killer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Adventure Productions (II)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Hanson
Manny Cardoza, Ray Cantrell
Wilson S. Hong, Robert Birchall
Tom Hanson
Department Leadership Roster
Wilson S. Hong
Director of Photography
Robert Birchall
Director of Photography
Manny Cardoza
Screenplay
Ray Cantrell
Screenplay
Tom Hanson
Producer
Tom Hanson
Director
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Zodiac Killer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Zodiac Killer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Zodiac Killer about?
The San Francisco area is beset by a series of seemingly random murders without motive or pattern. The police are taunted by phone calls and letters. Could the maniac be the violent truck driver, or the seemingly mild-mannered mailman, or even a cop?
Who directed The Zodiac Killer?
The Zodiac Killer was directed by Tom Hanson.
Who stars in The Zodiac Killer?
The principal cast of The Zodiac Killer includes Hal Reed, Bob Jones, Ray Lynch, Mary Darrington, Frank Sanabek.
When was The Zodiac Killer released and how long is it?
The Zodiac Killer was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Zodiac Killer?
The Zodiac Killer holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).