Garden of the Dead
Synopsis
Convicts on a chain gang sniff formaldehyde fumes to get high. They attempt a prison break and are shot down by the guards. After being buried, they rise from the dead, killing all in their path with shovels and hoes.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 13, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Hayes
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Matcha, Daniel Cady
- Original Score
- Jaime Mendoza-Nava
- Original Title
- Garden of the Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Millenium Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Hayes
Jack Matcha, Daniel Cady
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
Paul Hipp
Daniel Cady
Department Leadership Roster
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
Original Music Composer
Paul Hipp
Director of Photography
John Hayes
Director
Jack Matcha
Writer
Daniel Cady
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Garden of the Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Garden of the Dead about?
Convicts on a chain gang sniff formaldehyde fumes to get high. They attempt a prison break and are shot down by the guards. After being buried, they rise from the dead, killing all in their path with shovels and hoes.
Who directed Garden of the Dead?
Garden of the Dead was directed by John Hayes.
Who stars in Garden of the Dead?
The principal cast of Garden of the Dead includes Marland Proctor, Susan Charney, John Dennis, Philip Kenneally, Duncan McLeod.
When was Garden of the Dead released and how long is it?
Garden of the Dead was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Garden of the Dead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Garden of the Dead was composed by Jaime Mendoza-Nava.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Garden of the Dead?
Garden of the Dead holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).