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Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield

March 6, 2007 1h 30m 3.8/10 (41 votes)

Originally released in 2007. Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield is a crime/drama film. directed by Michael Feifer.

Starring Kane Hodder, Adrienne Frantz, and Michael Berryman

Synopsis

Inspired by the true story of one of the most gruesome killers in American history. Now, years after inspiring "Psycho's" Norman Bates, "The Silence Of The Lambs'" Buffalo Bill and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre's" Leatherface, the story of real life serial killer Ed Gein is told once again. Nicknamed "The Butcher Of Plainfield," Gein was responsible for a rash of gory murders that sent shock waves through his rural Wisconsin town, and across America, in the late 1950's. Prepare to enter the evil mind and twisted world of "The Butcher Of Plainfield."

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 6, 2007 18 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (41 votes)
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Budget $1.5M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,500,000

Production Companies

  • North American Entertainment
  • Feifer Worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield about?

Inspired by the true story of one of the most gruesome killers in American history. Now, years after inspiring "Psycho's" Norman Bates, "The Silence Of The Lambs'" Buffalo Bill and "The Texas Chain...

Who directed Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield?

Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield was directed by Michael Feifer.

How long is Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield?

Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield released?

Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield was released on March 6, 2007 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield?

The main cast of Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield includes Kane Hodder, Adrienne Frantz, Michael Berryman, Priscilla Barnes, Shawn Hoffman.