Movie

Confessions of a Serial Killer

“Step inside the mind of a killer.”

★ 5.0(21)19851h 47m

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Good to know

Director: John Dwyer
Release date: 1985-11-14
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cedarwood Productions

Confessions of a Serial Killer — trailer

About Confessions of a Serial Killer

Confessions of a Serial Killer is a 1985 movie in the Crime and Horror genres, directed by John Dwyer, starring Robert A. Burns, Dennis Hill and Berkley Garrett. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 21 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Confessions of a Serial Killer in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After being arrested, a Texas man begins confessing to the brutal murder of over 200 women. He recounts his random selection of victims and his traveling companions, his friend and friend's sister. But the police can't be sure whether to believe him or not until he locates a body and shows them some polaroids. Based on the true story of Henry Lee Lucas.

Cast

Robert A. Burns

Daniel Ray Hawkins

Dennis Hill

Moon Lewton

Berkley Garrett

Sheriff Will Gaines

Sidney Brammer

Molly Lewton

DeeDee Norton

Monica Krivics

Ollie Handley

Dr. Earl Krivics

Demp Toney

Doris Simpson

Eleese Lester

Karen Grimes

Lainie Frasier

Stranded Motorist

Colom L. Keating

Detective Barnes

Dayna Blackwell

Girl Hitchhiker

John Browning

Dr. Spivey

Themes & keywords

based on true storyserial killertrue crime

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Confessions of a Serial Killer in Canada?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Confessions of a Serial Killer on Netflix?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Confessions of a Serial Killer?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Confessions of a Serial Killer?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer stars Robert A. Burns, Dennis Hill, Berkley Garrett, Sidney Brammer and DeeDee Norton.

When did Confessions of a Serial Killer come out?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer is a 1985 movie directed by John Dwyer.

What genre is Confessions of a Serial Killer?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer is Crime and Horror film.

Who directed Confessions of a Serial Killer?+

Confessions of a Serial Killer was directed by John Dwyer.