Maniac movie poster

Maniac

"I warned you not to go out tonight!"

May 10, 1980 1h 28m 6.4/10 (475 votes)

Originally released in 1980. Maniac is a horror film. directed by William Lustig. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Joe Spinell, Caroline Munro, and Abigail Clayton

Synopsis

A psychotic man, troubled by his childhood abuse, kills and mutilates young women and local models on the streets of New York City.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 10, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (475 votes)
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Budget $350K Production budget
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Box Office $10M 28.6x return
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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
$350,000
Revenue
$10,000,000

Production Companies

  • Magnum Motion Pictures Inc.
  • MPO Videotronics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maniac about?

A psychotic man, troubled by his childhood abuse, kills and mutilates young women and local models on the streets of New York City.

Who directed Maniac?

Maniac was directed by William Lustig.

How long is Maniac?

Maniac has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Maniac released?

Maniac was released on May 10, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Maniac?

The main cast of Maniac includes Joe Spinell, Caroline Munro, Abigail Clayton, Nelia Bacmeister, Denise Spagnuolo.

Is Maniac worth watching?

Maniac has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 475 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.