Luther the Geek
“A movie with a fowl bite!”
Synopsis
A psychotic killer convicted of multiple murders is released on parole after spending twenty years in prison. His psychosis immediately takes over and he goes on a killing spree.
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Luther the Geek (1989) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-30
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Edward Terry
The Freak
Joan Roth
Hilary
Stacy Haiduk
Beth
Thomas Mills
Rob
Jerry Clarke
Trooper
Tom Brittingham
Geek
Carlton Williams
Little Luther
'Chicken' Klabunde
Carnival Woman
Gil Rogers
Walsh
Karen Maurise
Mrs. Butler
Jerome Borgos
Chairman
Michael Boyle
Board Member 4
David Pavlosky
Jason
Robert Caraballo
Cook
Nat KT
Teenage Clerk
Tom Wadsworth
Store Manager
Sigrid Norris
Teenage Girl
Gail Buxton
Old Lady at Bus Sop
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 11, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carlton J. Albright
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlton J. Albright
- Original Score
- Verne Carlson
- Original Title
- Luther the Geek
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Troma Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carlton J. Albright
Carlton J. Albright
Verne Carlson
David Knox, Brian O'Connell
Richard Smigielski
David Platt
Department Leadership Roster
Carlton J. Albright
Screenplay
Carlton J. Albright
Director
Michael Beaudette
Production Design
David Platt
Producer
Laura Drawbaugh
Costume Design
Richard Smigielski
Editor
David Knox
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Luther the Geek
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Luther the Geek about?
A psychotic killer convicted of multiple murders is released on parole after spending twenty years in prison. His psychosis immediately takes over and he goes on a killing spree.
Who directed Luther the Geek?
Luther the Geek was directed by Carlton J. Albright.
Who stars in Luther the Geek?
The principal cast of Luther the Geek includes Edward Terry, Joan Roth, Stacy Haiduk, Thomas Mills, Jerry Clarke.
When was Luther the Geek released and how long is it?
Luther the Geek was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Luther the Geek?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Luther the Geek was composed by Verne Carlson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Luther the Geek?
Luther the Geek holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).