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To Catch a Killer
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To Catch a Killer

1992-05-15 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 6.8

Crime · Drama · Thriller

"To Catch a Killer" tells the true gruesome story of John Wayne Gacy - a good friend and helpful neighbour, a great child entertainer, a respectful businessman, and a violent serial killer who raped and murdered over 30 young boys.

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Directors
Eric Till
Production companies
Libra Pictures, Creative Entertainment Group, Telestories Entertainment Inc.
Countries
Canada, United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Brian DennehyBrian DennehyJohn Wayne Gacy
Michael RileyMichael RileyJoe 'Polock' Kozenczak
Margot KidderMargot KidderRachel Grayson
Meg FosterMeg FosterLinda Carlson
Martin JulienMartin JulienTed Koslo
Scott HylandsScott HylandsMike Paxton
John BoylanJohn BoylanAtkins
David EisnerDavid EisnerWilliams
Tony De SantisDeMarco
Mark HumphreyMark HumphreyKing
Gary ReinekeGary ReinekePetrie
Tim ProgoshTim ProgoshMorris
Danny PawlickSantori
Bruce RamsayBruce RamsayBragg
Brenda BazinetBrenda BazinetAlice Pearson
Liliane CluneMarcia Kozenczak
Toby ProctorMichael Kozenczak
Christopher MarrenChristopher MarrenBilly
Gerry QuigleyGerry QuigleyWalden
Nicholas PascoNicholas PascoBarton

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