Three on a Meathook
“A Padlocked Shed, Hooks of Cold Steel -- a Maniac on the loose”
Synopsis
Four girls go on a romping weekend at a lake, and have car problems on the way home. A nice local boy takes them back to his farm, where he lives with his father. Something ghastly happens, but the father helps his son as he has in the past. When the boy meets a girl and begins falling in love, the father worries about a repeat performance.
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Three on a Meathook Trailer 1972Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Girdler
- Screenplay & Story
- William Girdler
- Original Score
- William Girdler
- Original Title
- Three on a Meathook
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- Studio 1 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Girdler
William Girdler
William Girdler
William L. Asman
Bub Asman
John Asman
Department Leadership Roster
John Asman
Producer
Bub Asman
Editor
William L. Asman
Director of Photography
William Girdler
Writer
William Girdler
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Three on a Meathook
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What is Three on a Meathook about?
Four girls go on a romping weekend at a lake, and have car problems on the way home. A nice local boy takes them back to his farm, where he lives with his father. Something ghastly happens, but the father helps his son as he has in the past. When the boy meets a girl and begins falling in love, the father worries about a repeat performance.
Who directed Three on a Meathook?
Three on a Meathook was directed by William Girdler.
Who stars in Three on a Meathook?
The principal cast of Three on a Meathook includes Charles Kissinger, James Carroll Pickett , Sherry Steiner, Madelyn Buzzard, Linda Thompson.
When was Three on a Meathook released and how long is it?
Three on a Meathook was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Three on a Meathook?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Three on a Meathook was composed by William Girdler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Three on a Meathook?
Three on a Meathook holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).