

The Manson Family
1997-10-22 · 95 min · ★ 5.4
A dramatization of the horrific and notorious Manson Family Murders, in the form of super 8 home movies.
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- Directors
- Jim Van Bebber
- Production companies
- Mercury Films, Blue Underground
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Marcelo GamesCharlie Manson
Jim Van BebberBobby
Sage StalloneJay Sebring (voice)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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