The Clonus Horror (1979)
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- R
- 1h 30min
- Horror, Romance
- Aug 1979 (USA)
- Movie
In a seemingly perfect society, one member discovers the truth about the outside world, as well as their ultimate purpose.
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Award:
- 1 nomination.
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| Peter Graves | ... |
Jeff Knight
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Rick DiAngelo | ... |
Guide #1
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| Eugene Robert Glazer | ... |
Guide #2
(as Gene Glazer)
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| Eileen Dietz | ... |
Dana
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Paulette Breen | ... |
Lena
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| Tim Donnelly | ... |
Richard
(as Timothy Donnelly)
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| Frank Ashmore | ... |
George / George Walker
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Keith Langsdale | ... |
Guide #3
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| Dick Sargent | ... |
Dr. Jameson
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Zale Kessler | ... |
Dr. Nelson
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Larry Manning | ... |
Guide #4
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William Bufkin | ... |
Clone
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| Tony Haig | ... |
Jack
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Boyd Holister | ... |
Senator
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| Eddie Carroll | ... |
Doctor
(as Eddy Carroll)
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John Donovan | ... |
Guide #5
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| Greg Brickman | ... |
Motorcycle Rider
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| Keenan Wynn | ... |
Jake Noble
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| Lurene Tuttle | ... |
Anna Noble
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James Mantell | ... |
Ricky
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David Hooks | ... |
Richard Knight
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Joel Lawrence | ... |
Guide #6
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| George P. Wilbur | ... |
Walker Man
(as George Wilbur)
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| Chuck Hayward | ... |
Walker Man
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Amanda Davies | ... |
Reporter Grady
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| Frank Birney | ... |
Reporter Birney
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Robert S. Fiveson | ... |
Security Guard (uncredited)
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Directed by
| Robert S. Fiveson | ||
Written by
| Ron Smith | ... | (screenplay) and |
| Bob Sullivan | ... | (screenplay) |
| Bob Sullivan | ... | (story) |
| Myrl A. Schreibman | ... | (screenplay adaptation) and |
| Robert S. Fiveson | ... | (screenplay adaptation) |
Produced by
| Peter R.J. Deyell | ... | associate producer |
| Ray Dryden | ... | supervising executive producer |
| Robert S. Fiveson | ... | producer |
| Walter Fiveson | ... | executive producer |
| Michael D. Lee | ... | co-producer (as Michael Lee) |
| Mark L. Rosen | ... | producer (uncredited) |
| Myrl A. Schreibman | ... | producer |
Music by
| Hod David Schudson | ||
Cinematography by
| Max Beaufort | ... | director of photography |
Editing by
| Robert Gordon | ||
Editorial Department
| Brogan De Paor | ... | assistant film editor (as Brogan DePaor) |
| Brad Goldberg | ... | assistant film editor |
Casting By
| Susan Arnold | ||
Art Direction by
| Steve Nelson | ||
Costume Design by
| Durinda Wood | ... | (as Dorinda Rice Wood) |
Makeup Department
| Joe Blasco | ... | special makeup |
| Richard Rivas | ... | makeup artist |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Paul Berkowitz | ... | assistant director |
| Robert Cummings | ... | assistant director |
| Joe Giannone | ... | assistant director (as Joe Gianonne) |
| Michael D. Lee | ... | assistant director (as Michael Lee) |
Art Department
| Frank Coccaro | ... | assistant art director / properties |
Sound Department
| Richard L. Anderson | ... | sound effects editor (as Richard Anderson) |
| Teresa Eckton | ... | sound effects editor |
| Ted Gomillion | ... | re-recording mixer |
| Daniel Gross | ... | boom operator (as Dan Gross) |
| Paul Jasiukonis | ... | sound effects editor |
| Ted Keep | ... | re-recording mixer |
| Ken Robinson | ... | production sound mixer |
| Paul A. Sharpe | ... | re-recording mixer (as Paul Sharp) |
Special Effects by
| Steve Karkus | ... | special effects |
Stunts
| George P. Wilbur | ... | stunt gaffer (as George Wilbur) |
Camera and Electrical Department
| John Bertram | ... | key grip |
| Mike Bruns | ... | grip |
| Robert Cummings | ... | still man |
| Frank Detone Jr. | ... | dolly grip (as Frank Detone) |
| Michael Duman | ... | electrician |
| James J. Gilson | ... | electrician (as James Gilson) |
| Brad Goldberg | ... | first assistant camera |
| Daniel Graff | ... | gaffer (as Dan Graff) |
| Dwight Joseph Lavers | ... | best boy (as Dwight LaVers) |
| Guy Olds | ... | second assistant camera |
| Harley Pence | ... | photographer: second unit |
| Peter Saxby | ... | additional photographer |
| Dan Winters | ... | grip |
| George Kohut | ... | camera operator (uncredited) |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Timaree McCormick | ... | assistant wardrobe |
Location Management
| Michael Lacoe | ... | location manager |
Music Department
| Bob Morin | ... | music recordist |
| Les Remsen | ... | music recorded courtesy of: Wilshire Methodist Church (as Dr. Les Remsen) |
| Richard Thompson | ... | orchestrator |
Script and Continuity Department
| Jeanne Rummans | ... | script supervisor |
Additional Crew
| Carolyn Haber | ... | secretary to producers |
| Ruth Hill | ... | auditor |
| Ray Hinton Jr. | ... | production assistant (as Ray Hinton) |
| Danielle Hunter | ... | production assistant |
| Michael Lacoe | ... | assistant to producers |
| Timaree McCormick | ... | production assistant |
| David Paananen | ... | production assistant (as Dave Pananen) |
| Myrl A. Schreibman | ... | visual consultant (as M.A. Schreibman) |
| Laurie Sossna | ... | production assistant |
Thanks
| John Davie | ... | acknowledgment (as Professor John Davie) |
| Clement L. Markert | ... | acknowledgment (as Professor Clement L. Market) |
| George Vuke | ... | acknowledgment |
Production Companies
Distributors
- Group 1 International Distribution (1979) (United States) (theatrical)
- Mid-America Releasing (1979) (theatrical) (USA: Midwest)
- Danton Films (1980) (Canada) (theatrical)
- Frontier Amusements (1982) (Canada) (theatrical) (re-release)
- CBS (1982) (United States) (tv)
- Lightning Video (1986) (United States) (VHS)
- Pack-In-Video (1988) (Japan) (VHS)
- Mondo Macabro (2005) (United States) (DVD)
- Anchor Bay Entertainment (UK) (2006) (United Kingdom) (DVD)
- RAF (1981) (Mexico) (theatrical)
- Avid Home Entertainment (1992) (United States) (VHS)
- Catalina Home Video (United States) (VHS)
- Hem Films/HemVideo Film (Sweden) (VHS)
- IMV (West Germany) (VHS)
- Rhino Home Video (2007) (United States) (DVD) (MST3K version)
Special Effects
- Joe Blasco Makeup School (special makeup)
Other Companies
- Michael Mariani Hair Salon (hair design)
- Robert Herr Singers (vocals)
- Freeze Frame (opticals)
- Adidas (acknowledgment)
- Bell Helmets (acknowledgment)
- Huffy Bicycles (acknowledgment)
- Schlitz Brewing Company (acknowledgment)
- Lotus Cars (acknowledgment)
- Dr. Pepper Company (I) (acknowledgment)
- Munsingwear (acknowledgment)
- Polyglycoat (acknowledgment)
- Moorpark College (acknowledgment)
- California Lutheran College (acknowledgment)
- Yale University (acknowledgment)
- Indiana University (acknowledgment)
- F & B Ceco (acknowledgment)
- Gomillion Sound (post-production)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
A young man escapes from a government-run project called 'Clonus' only to find out that Jeff Knight (Peter Graves), a presidential candidate, is conspiring to keep Clonus a secret. Top government officials are aware of it and support the super-secret project, because they are cloning themselves to live longer and better lives at the expense of their slave-like clone counterparts. Ethical and moral values are explored as the escapee known as Richard (Tim Donnelly) returns to Clonus, only to find his girlfriend lobotomized for government security purposes. Written by Mary Lou Tringali / G3K |
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| Taglines | WARNING: The shock and horror of this film is unusually intense. It is not a film for the faint-hearted. See more » |
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Box Office
| Budget | $257,000 (estimated) |
Did You Know?
| Trivia | Director Robert S. Fiveson brought a copyright infringement suit against the makers of The Island (2005), citing almost 100 points of similarity between the two films. The court ruled that Fiveson made a prima facie case for infringement. Before the case could go to trial, Dreamworks settled with the plaintiffs for an undisclosed amount. See more » |
| Goofs | When Richard asks the confessional what 'Milwaukee' means, it eventually tells him it's a rare mineral found in the river. Later, he tells Lena the confessional said it was a plant found in the ocean. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Featured in Parts: The Clonus Horror (1997). See more » |
| Crazy Credits | In the Special Thanks To section, Adidas is incorrectly spelled "Addidas". See more » |
| Quotes |
Jeff Knight:
I think it's time I start paying back this country for some of the good things it's given me. See more » |