Houseboat Horror
“The view's magnificent... You'll bar up!”
Synopsis
A rowdy rock group are accompanied by a film crew to desolate Lake Infinity to produce a music video. One night the musicians visit the local pub while the various members of the film crew satisfy their carnal desires with one another aboard the luxurious houseboat they are all staying in. They are so busy they fail to notice that a rampaging lunatic has snuck aboard the boat, and one by one the various characters are brutally slaughtered in a variety of grisly ways.
Top Cast
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Alan Dale
Evans
Gavin Wood
Costello
Christine Jeston
Tracy
Des McKenna
Ziggie
Louise Siversen
Zelia
Peppie D'Or
Teresa
Stephen Whittaker
Bernie
Julie Thompson
Jennie
Mark Muggeridge
Dagger
Craig Alexander
Sam
John-Michael Howson
'J'
Wilkie Collins
Harold
David Blackman
Bill
Greg Latts
Con
Ian Campbell
Clap
Steve Hutchison
Gary
Christopher Young
Norm
Don Bridges
Garage Man
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kendal Flanagan, Ollie Martin
- Screenplay & Story
- Ollie Martin
- Original Score
- Brian Mannix, Ross McLennan
- Original Title
- Houseboat Horror
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- PM Terror Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kendal Flanagan, Ollie Martin
Ollie Martin
Brian Mannix, Ross McLennan
Bill Parnell
Clayton Jacobson
Ollie Martin, Greg Petherick
Department Leadership Roster
Kendal Flanagan
Director
Ollie Martin
Writer
Ollie Martin
Director
Ollie Martin
Producer
Brian Mannix
Original Music Composer
Ross McLennan
Original Music Composer
Clayton Jacobson
Editor
Bill Parnell
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Horror-Slasher
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1989
1989
Ozploitation
Australian exploitation cinema of the 1970s to 90s.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Houseboat Horror
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Houseboat Horror about?
A rowdy rock group are accompanied by a film crew to desolate Lake Infinity to produce a music video. One night the musicians visit the local pub while the various members of the film crew satisfy their carnal desires with one another aboard the luxurious houseboat they are all staying in. They are so busy they fail to notice that a rampaging lunatic has snuck aboard the boat, and one by one the various characters are brutally slaughtered in a variety of grisly ways.
Who directed Houseboat Horror?
Houseboat Horror was directed by Kendal Flanagan, Ollie Martin.
Who stars in Houseboat Horror?
The principal cast of Houseboat Horror includes Alan Dale, Gavin Wood, Christine Jeston, Des McKenna, Louise Siversen.
When was Houseboat Horror released and how long is it?
Houseboat Horror was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Houseboat Horror?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Houseboat Horror was composed by Brian Mannix, Ross McLennan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Houseboat Horror?
Houseboat Horror holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+.