Movie Description
The Executioner's Song
(1982)Overview
In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.
Featured Crew
- Director : Lawrence Schiller
- Editor : Richard A. Harris,Tom Rolf
- Cast : Tommy Lee Jones,Christine Lahti,Rosanna Arquette,Eli Wallach,Steven Keats,Jordan Clarke,Richard Venture,Jenny Wright,Kenneth O'Brien,John Dennis Johnston,Mary Ethel Gregory,Pat Corley,Michael LeClair,Walter Olkewicz,Jim Youngs,Grace Zabriskie,John Chappell,Rance Howard,Charles Cyphers,Ray Girardin,Bruce Newbold,Robert Boon
Cast
Gary Mark Gilmore
Brenda Nicol
Nicole Baker
Vern Damico
Larry Samuels
Johnny Nicol
Earl Dorius
April Baker
Spencer McGrath
Jimmy Poker-Game
Ida Damico
Val Conlan
Rikki Wood
Pete Galovan
Sterling Baker
Kathryne Baker
Ron Stanger
Lt. Nelson
Noall Wootton
Snyder
Max Jensen
Doctor
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Facts
Original TitleThe Executioner's Song
Status Released
Release Information
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1982-09-10
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 02h 15m
Production CompaniesFilm Communications Inc.
Genres
- Crime
- Drama
