The Acid King
“Witness the birth of America's Satanic Panic.”
Synopsis
The story of Ricky Kasso, an American teenager who murdered his friend, Gary Lauwers, in an alleged "Satanic sacrifice" during the summer of 1984.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jesse P. Pollack, Dan Jones
- Original Title
- The Acid King
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jesse P. Pollack, Dan Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Jesse P. Pollack
Director
Dan Jones
Director
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Acid King
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What is The Acid King about?
The story of Ricky Kasso, an American teenager who murdered his friend, Gary Lauwers, in an alleged "Satanic sacrifice" during the summer of 1984.
Who directed The Acid King?
The Acid King was directed by Jesse P. Pollack, Dan Jones.
Who stars in The Acid King?
The principal cast of The Acid King includes Jim Van Bebber, Jimmy Troiano, Connor Clark, Barefoot Billy, Tommy Turner.
When was The Acid King released and how long is it?
The Acid King was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 2h 23m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Acid King?
The Acid King holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).