

Out of the Darkness
1985-10-12 · 94 min · ★ 6.0
A gripping thriller telling the true story of the hunt and capture of David Berkowitz, a.k.a. "Son of Sam" — the infamous serial killer who stalked New York in the 70s.
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- Directors
- Jud Taylor
- Production companies
- Centerpoint
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Martin SheenEddie Zigo
Héctor ElizondoFather George
Matt ClarkJohn Hubbard
Jennifer SaltAnn Zigo
Eddie EganTom Duncan
Robert TreborDavid Berkowitz
Val AveryGuido Pressano
Joe SpinellJim Halsey
Victor ArnoldNick Zigo
Ann TalmanSusan Zigo
Vince GrantEd Zigo Jr.
Bernie McInerneyDr. Miller
Dick Latessa'Boss' Tom Messenger
Sam McMurrayMorrison
Paul JabaraHenry
Larry AtlasDan
Beege BarketteHenry's WifeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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