The Grissom Gang
"The psychotic killer, the young heiress...the kidnapping that becomes a love story."
Originally released in 1971. The Grissom Gang is a crime/drama film. directed by Robert Aldrich. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kim Darby, Scott Wilson, and Tony Musante
Synopsis
The Grissom Gang is a remake of the notorious 1949 British melodrama No Orchids For Miss Blandish. Kim Darby plays a 1920s-era debutante who is kidnapped and held for ransom. Her captors are the Grissoms, a family comprised of sadists and morons, and headed by Ma Barker clone Irene Dailey. One of the Grissoms, played by Scott Wilson, takes a liking to his prisoner, which results in a bloody breakdown of the family unit. Both The Grissom Gang and the original No Orchids For Miss Blandish were inspired by the best-seller by James Hadley Chase, though neither film retains Chase's original ending.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 28, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (37 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ABC Pictures
- The Associates & Aldrich Company
- Cinerama Releasing Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Grissom Gang about?
The Grissom Gang is a remake of the notorious 1949 British melodrama No Orchids For Miss Blandish. Kim Darby plays a 1920s-era debutante who is kidnapped and held for ransom. Her captors are the Gr...
Who directed The Grissom Gang?
The Grissom Gang was directed by Robert Aldrich.
How long is The Grissom Gang?
The Grissom Gang has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was The Grissom Gang released?
The Grissom Gang was released on May 28, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Grissom Gang?
The main cast of The Grissom Gang includes Kim Darby, Scott Wilson, Tony Musante, Robert Lansing, Connie Stevens.