Killer Klowns from Outer Space
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| Directed by | Stephen Chiodo |
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| Produced by | Charles Chiodo Edward Chiodo Stephen Chiodo |
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| Cinematography | Alfred Taylor |
| Edited by | Christopher Roth |
| Music by | John Massari |
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| Distributed by | Trans World Entertainment |
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Running time | 88 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $1.8 million |
| Box office | $43.6 million |
Killer Klowns from Outer Space is a 1988 American science fiction comedy horror film produced by the Chiodo Brothers, who also created the practical effects and makeup, with Stephen directing via a screenplay that he co-wrote with Charles. Featuring an ensemble cast consisting of Grant Cramer, Suzanne Snyder, John Allen Nelson and John Vernon, the film concerns evil extraterrestrials that resemble clowns arriving on Earth and invading a small town in order to capture, kill and harvest the human inhabitants for sustenance.
Killer Klowns from Outer Space was filmed in Watsonville, California and at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The film utilizes practical effects, including creature suits, and its score was composed by John Massari. The film received mixed reviews from critics, and has garnered a cult following.
Sequels have been in development hell since the original film's release. Stephen Chiodo stated in 2016 that he hoped to produce three additional films, or possibly a television series. In 2018, Syfy announced that it was in talks to license the rights to make one or more sequels.