The Sixth Reel
“Life is short. Film is forever.”
Synopsis
When the death of a close friend unearths the long-thought lost final reel of a classic Tod Browning horror film, Jimmy and his cohorts each concoct underhanded schemes involving false romances, drag personas….and maybe vampires?…to cash in on a big sale of the film. But can the urge to bring the moviegoing community together with this lost classic prevail over the desire to get rich quick?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Sixth Reel - Official Trailer HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-08-11
Top Cast
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Charles Busch
Jimmy
Julie Halston
Helen
Cady Huffman
Marilyn Dwaskin
Tim Daly
Michael
Heather MacRae
Martha
Doug Plaut
Rodney
Dee Hoty
Virginia
Patrick Page
Mr. Beltrane
Margaret Cho
Doris
Richard Bekins
Leland
André De Shields
Gavin Plimsoll
John Ellison Conlee
Greg Dwaskin
T. Oliver Reid
Detective Williams
Ashley Austin Morris
Sharon
Carl Andress
Kessler
Release History & Theatrical Window
Outfest (Los Angeles)
Festival / Special Debut
October 20, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carl Andress, Charles Busch
- Screenplay & Story
- Carl Andress, Charles Busch
- Original Score
- Lewis Flinn
- Original Title
- The Sixth Reel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Cranium Entertainment, Derby City Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carl Andress, Charles Busch
Carl Andress, Charles Busch
Lewis Flinn
Jendra Jarnagin
Frank Reynolds
Jamie Buckner, Ash Christian, Alex Peace
Department Leadership Roster
Carl Andress
Director
Charles Busch
Director
Carl Andress
Screenplay
Charles Busch
Screenplay
Jamie Buckner
Producer
Ash Christian
Producer
Alex Peace
Producer
Jendra Jarnagin
Director of Photography
Frank Reynolds
Editor
Dara Wishingrad
Production Design
Sarah Laux
Costume Design
Lewis Flinn
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sixth Reel
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What is The Sixth Reel about?
When the death of a close friend unearths the long-thought lost final reel of a classic Tod Browning horror film, Jimmy and his cohorts each concoct underhanded schemes involving false romances, drag personas….and maybe vampires?…to cash in on a big sale of the film. But can the urge to bring the moviegoing community together with this lost classic prevail over the desire to get rich quick?
Who directed The Sixth Reel?
The Sixth Reel was directed by Carl Andress, Charles Busch.
Who stars in The Sixth Reel?
The principal cast of The Sixth Reel includes Charles Busch, Julie Halston, Cady Huffman, Tim Daly, Heather MacRae.
When was The Sixth Reel released and how long is it?
The Sixth Reel was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sixth Reel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sixth Reel was composed by Lewis Flinn.