Shocker
"No More Mr. Nice Guy"
Originally released in 1989. Shocker is a horror/thriller film. directed by Wes Craven.
Starring Michael Murphy, Mitch Pileggi, and Peter Berg
Synopsis
About to be electrocuted for a catalog of heinous crimes, the unrepentant Horace Pinker transforms into a terrifying energy source. Only young athlete Jonathan Parker, with an uncanny connection to him through bizarre dreams, can fight the powerful demon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 23, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (452 votes)
Budget
$5M
Production budget
Box Office
$16.6M
3.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Revenue
- $16,554,699
Production Companies
- Alive Films
- Universal Pictures
- Carolco Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shocker about?
About to be electrocuted for a catalog of heinous crimes, the unrepentant Horace Pinker transforms into a terrifying energy source. Only young athlete Jonathan Parker, with an uncanny connection to...
Who directed Shocker?
Shocker was directed by Wes Craven.
How long is Shocker?
Shocker has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Shocker released?
Shocker was released on March 23, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shocker?
The main cast of Shocker includes Michael Murphy, Mitch Pileggi, Peter Berg, Camille Cooper, Sam Scarber.
Is Shocker worth watching?
Shocker has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 452 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.