The Deliberate Stranger (1986)
The Deliberate Stranger is a 1986 drama movie directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, with a running time of 3h 5m. It stars Mark Harmon, Frederic Forrest and George Grizzard.
Based on a true story, this film depicts the life of Ted Bundy, the serial killer. In 1974, after having murdered several young women, he leaves Seattle for Utah, where he is a law student and where other girls disappear. It takes the cooperation of a number of police forces to work efficiently on this case. Soon, but not soon enough, the police eliminate endless possibilities and close in on him. Bundy is tried in the media and his good-boy attitude brings him sympathy but also the hatred of many.
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What is The Deliberate Stranger about?
Based on a true story, this film depicts the life of Ted Bundy, the serial killer. In 1974, after having murdered several young women, he leaves Seattle for Utah, where he is a law student and where other girls disappear. It takes the cooperation of a number of police forces to work efficiently on this case. Soon, but not soon enough, the police eliminate endless possibilities and close in on him. Bundy is tried in the media and his good-boy attitude brings him sympathy but also the hatred of many.
When was The Deliberate Stranger released?
The Deliberate Stranger was released on 4 May 1986.
How long is The Deliberate Stranger?
The Deliberate Stranger runs 3h 5m.
Who made The Deliberate Stranger?
The Deliberate Stranger was directed by Marvin J. Chomsky.
Cast
- Mark Harmon as Ted Bundy
- Frederic Forrest as Det. Bob Keppel
- George Grizzard as Richard Larsen
- Ben Masters as Det. Mike Fisher
- Glynnis O'Connor as Cas Richter
- M. Emmet Walsh as Det. Sam Davies
- John Ashton as Det. Roger Dunn
- Bonnie Bartlett as Louise Bundy
- Billy Green Bush as Officer Bradley
- Frederick Coffin as Jerry Thompson
- Deborah Goodrich as Martha Chambers
- Lawrence Pressman as Ken Wolverton