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Scum of the Earth
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Scum of the Earth

1974-07-01 · 90 min · ★ 6.2

Thriller · Drama · Horror

Newlyweds Helen and Paul are honeymooning in a Texas cabin when Paul is murdered by an unseen assailant. Fleeing into the woods, Helen is taken in by Odie Pickett and his impoverished hillbilly family, becoming trapped in their isolated shack while the killer is still on the loose and wreaking havoc.

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Directors
S.F. Brownrigg
Production companies
Zison Enterprises
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Gene RossGene RossOdis Pickett
Ann StaffordEmmy Pickett
Norma MooreNorma MooreHelen Fraser
Camilla CarrCamilla CarrSarah Pickett
Charlie DellBo Pickett
Hugh FeaginJim
Joel ColodnerPaul Fraser

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