The Boston Strangler
"Why did 13 women willingly open their doors to the Boston Strangler?"
Originally released in 1968. The Boston Strangler is a drama/crime film. directed by Richard Fleischer.
Starring Tony Curtis, Henry Fonda, and George Kennedy
Synopsis
Boston is being terrorized by a series of seemingly random murders of women. Based on the true story, the film follows the investigators path through several leads before introducing the Strangler as a character. It is seen almost exclusively from the point of view of the investigators who have very few clues to build a case upon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 8, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (241 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tony Curtis
as Albert DeSalvo
Henry Fonda
as John S. Bottomly
George Kennedy
as Det. Phil DiNatale
Mike Kellin
as Julian Soshnick
Hurd Hatfield
as Terence Huntley
Murray Hamilton
as Det. Frank McAfee
Jeff Corey
as John Asgeirsson
Sally Kellerman
as Dianne Cluny
William Marshall
as Atty. Gen. Edward W. Brooke
George Voskovec
as Peter Hurkos
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boston Strangler about?
Boston is being terrorized by a series of seemingly random murders of women. Based on the true story, the film follows the investigators path through several leads before introducing the Strangler ...
Who directed The Boston Strangler?
The Boston Strangler was directed by Richard Fleischer.
How long is The Boston Strangler?
The Boston Strangler has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was The Boston Strangler released?
The Boston Strangler was released on October 8, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boston Strangler?
The main cast of The Boston Strangler includes Tony Curtis, Henry Fonda, George Kennedy, Mike Kellin, Hurd Hatfield.
Is The Boston Strangler worth watching?
The Boston Strangler has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 241 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.