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Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things

"You're Invited To Orville's "Coming-Out" Party... It'll Be A Scream... YOURS!!"

June 9, 1972 1h 26m 5.3/10 (101 votes)

Originally released in 1972. Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things is a horror/comedy film. directed by Bob Clark. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Alan Ormsby, Valerie Mamches, and Jeff Gillen

Synopsis

Six actors go to a graveyard on a remote island to act out a necromantic ritual. The ritual works, and soon the dead are walking about and chowing down on human flesh.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 9, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (101 votes)
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Budget $70K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$70,000

Production Companies

  • Geneni Film Distributors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things about?

Six actors go to a graveyard on a remote island to act out a necromantic ritual. The ritual works, and soon the dead are walking about and chowing down on human flesh.

Who directed Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things?

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things was directed by Bob Clark.

How long is Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things?

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things released?

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things was released on June 9, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things?

The main cast of Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things includes Alan Ormsby, Valerie Mamches, Jeff Gillen, Anya Ormsby, Paul Cronin.

Is Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things worth watching?

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things has a user rating of 5.3/10 based on 101 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.