In today's article we will explore the impact that The Todd Killings has had on our society. Since its appearance, The Todd Killings has captured the attention of millions of people around the world, generating great debate and interest. From its origins to the present day, The Todd Killings has left an indelible mark on history, influencing events, trends and decisions in various areas. Throughout this article, we will take a closer look at how The Todd Killings has shaped our culture and how it continues to play a crucial role in our daily lives.
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The Todd Killings | |
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Directed by | Barry Shear |
Written by | Dennis Murphy Joel Oliansky |
Produced by | Barry Shear |
Starring | Robert F. Lyons Richard Thomas Belinda Montgomery James Broderick Gloria Grahame Holly Near Edward Asner Barbara Bel Geddes |
Cinematography | Harold E. Stine |
Edited by | Walter Thompson |
Music by | Leonard Rosenman |
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Distributed by | National General Pictures |
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Running time | 93 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
The Todd Killings is a 1971 psychological thriller directed by Barry Shear and starring Robert F. Lyons, Richard Thomas, Belinda Montgomery, and Barbara Bel Geddes. It is based on the true crimes of serial killer Charles Schmid in the 1960s.
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Skipper Todd (Robert F. Lyons) is a ne'er-do-well who spends his time wanting to be a rock star and playing mentor to the local high school crowd while sponging off of his mother (Barbara Bel Geddes). He is also the chief suspect in the disappearance of a local girl. After befriending naive Billy Roy (Richard Thomas), Todd sets his sights on Roberta (Belinda Montgomery).
The film was released theatrically in the United States by National General Pictures on October 20, 1971, but Warner Bros. bought the studio in 1969.
The film was released on VHS by Warner Home Video in 1993. It was released on DVD in 2010 via the Warner Archive on-demand service as anamorphic 2:35:1.