Shadows Run Black
“Pray He Kills You Before You Scream”
Synopsis
A detective investigates a series of killings committed by a serial killer known as "The Black Angel." He begins to suspect that it might not be just a random group of murders.
Top Cast
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Rydell King
Elizabeth Trosper
Judy Cole
Shea Porter
Morgan Cole
George Engelson
Priest
Dianne Hinkler
Helen Cole
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Terry Congie
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Brianne Siddall
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Ann Hull
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Julius Metoyer
Billy Tovar
Lee Bishop
Police Officer
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 24, 1985
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard Heard
- Screenplay & Story
- Craig Kusaba, Duke Howard
- Original Title
- Shadows Run Black
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Mesai
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard Heard
Craig Kusaba, Duke Howard
John Sprung
Davide Ganzino, Raúl Dávalos
Laurel A. Koernig, Eric Louzil
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Heard
Director
Davide Ganzino
Editor
Craig Kusaba
Screenplay
Duke Howard
Screenplay
Raúl Dávalos
Editor
Eric Louzil
Producer
John Sprung
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadows Run Black
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shadows Run Black about?
A detective investigates a series of killings committed by a serial killer known as "The Black Angel." He begins to suspect that it might not be just a random group of murders.
Who directed Shadows Run Black?
Shadows Run Black was directed by Howard Heard.
Who stars in Shadows Run Black?
The principal cast of Shadows Run Black includes William J. Kulzer, Elizabeth Trosper, Shea Porter, George Engelson, Dianne Hinkler.
When was Shadows Run Black released and how long is it?
Shadows Run Black was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shadows Run Black?
Shadows Run Black holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).