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Dating Game Killer

2017-12-03 · 86 min · ★ 4.0

Crime · Thriller · TV Movie

Rodney Alcala commits a series of grisly murders in the 1970s. While the mother of one of his victims desperately searches for answers, Rodney maintains his intelligent, smooth-talking persona, even appearing as a bachelor on "The Dating Game."

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Directors
Peter Medak
Production companies
Light and Dark Films, Thinkfactory Media
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Robert KnepperRobert KnepperDetective Jim Hamell
Carrie PrestonCarrie PrestonCarol Jensen
Guillermo DíazGuillermo DíazRodney Alcala
Tanya van GraanTanya van GraanShauna Bradshaw
Frances Sholto-DouglasFrances Sholto-DouglasLori Carter
Matt BarrMatt BarrDetective Ryan
Kim Suzanne EngelbrechtKim Suzanne EngelbrechtJoanne
Meganne YoungMeganne YoungWendy Cade
Athena StratesAthena StratesCamper Kaye
Alma MartinezAnna Alcala
Darrell FettyDarrell FettyDonald Haines
Daniah De VilliersDaniah De VilliersTammy Jensen
Deon LotzDeon LotzCamp Director Lee
Grant RossGrant RossSuperior Court Clerk
Trix VivierTrix VivierSusan's Friend in Club
Kate LiquorishJudith O'Reilly
Camilla WolfsonCamilla WolfsonHelen Vogel
Byron LangleyByron LangleyTyler
Lee RavivLee RavivBecky Wilkins
Gina ShmuklerGina ShmuklerRosie Hoffman

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