A Day of Judgment
“The Night HE Came to Collect His Own”
Synopsis
In a 1930s small town rife with lust, corruption and sin, a mysterious figure wielding a scythe arrives to cut an unholy swath of murder, madness, and moralizing that may lead straight to Hell.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →William T. Hicks
Sharpe
Harris Bloodworth
Sid
Brownlee Davis
Charlie
Careyanne Sutton
Ruby
Toby Wallace
George Clay
Helene Tryon
Mrs. Fitch
Carlton Bortell
Harvey
Larry Sprinkle
Kenny
Richard Dedmon
Grigg
Elijah Perry
Sheriff
Charles Reynolds
Rev. Cage
Denise Myers
Grace
William Gillespie
Mr. Clay
Ann Powers
Mrs. Clay
Hanns Manship
Morgan
Clara Lowry
Alma
Bart Heavner
Craig
Susan Bloodworth
Janie
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1981
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Reynolds
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom McIntyre
- Original Score
- Clay Smith, Arthur Smith
- Original Title
- A Day of Judgment
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- E.O. Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Reynolds
Tom McIntyre
Clay Smith, Arthur Smith
Irl Dixon
James F. Laudenslager
Earl Owensby
Department Leadership Roster
Irl Dixon
Director of Photography
Clay Smith
Original Music Composer
James F. Laudenslager
Editor
Tom McIntyre
Screenplay
Arthur Smith
Original Music Composer
Charles Reynolds
Director
Earl Owensby
Producer
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 A Day of Judgment.
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BD Release: 1981-1985
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Day of Judgment
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Day of Judgment about?
In a 1930s small town rife with lust, corruption and sin, a mysterious figure wielding a scythe arrives to cut an unholy swath of murder, madness, and moralizing that may lead straight to Hell.
Who directed A Day of Judgment?
A Day of Judgment was directed by Charles Reynolds.
Who stars in A Day of Judgment?
The principal cast of A Day of Judgment includes William T. Hicks, Harris Bloodworth, Brownlee Davis, Careyanne Sutton, Toby Wallace.
When was A Day of Judgment released and how long is it?
A Day of Judgment was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for A Day of Judgment?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Day of Judgment was composed by Clay Smith, Arthur Smith.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Day of Judgment?
A Day of Judgment holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).