The Zebra Killer
“Savage and Wilson are Combat Cops! A Hard Way To Live... An Easy Way To Die”
Synopsis
A racist white serial killer known only as "Mac" is wreaking havoc throughout San Francisco while wearing black makeup and an afro wig. Police lieutenant Frank Savage is hot on his trail when Mac begins to reveal his motivations for the killings and escalates their game of cat and mouse.
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Scene from the movie Zebra Killer (1974)
Type: Clip • Published 2013-01-24
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Girdler
- Screenplay & Story
- William Girdler
- Original Score
- Jerry Styner
- Original Title
- The Zebra Killer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Mid-America Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Girdler
William Girdler, Gordon Cornell Layne
Jerry Styner
William L. Asman
David Sheldon, Phillip Hazleton, Gordon Cornell Layne, Arthur Marks
Department Leadership Roster
David Sheldon
Producer
Gordon Cornell Layne
Producer
William Girdler
Director
William Girdler
Screenplay
William L. Asman
Director of Photography
Gordon Cornell Layne
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Zebra Killer
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What is The Zebra Killer about?
A racist white serial killer known only as "Mac" is wreaking havoc throughout San Francisco while wearing black makeup and an afro wig. Police lieutenant Frank Savage is hot on his trail when Mac begins to reveal his motivations for the killings and escalates their game of cat and mouse.
Who directed The Zebra Killer?
The Zebra Killer was directed by William Girdler.
Who stars in The Zebra Killer?
The principal cast of The Zebra Killer includes Austin Stoker, Hugh Smith, James Carroll Pickett , Charles Kissinger, Valerie Rogers.
When was The Zebra Killer released and how long is it?
The Zebra Killer was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Zebra Killer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Zebra Killer was composed by Jerry Styner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Zebra Killer?
The Zebra Killer holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).