The Driller Killer
1979, English. Directed by Abel Ferrara.
The Blood Runs In Rivers... And The Drill Keeps Tearing Through Flesh And Bone.
An artist slowly goes insane while struggling to pay his bills, work on his paintings, and care for his two female roommates, which leads him taking to the streets of New York after dark and randomly killing derelicts with a power drill.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Driller Killer is streaming on Bloodstream in India.
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Cast & crew
- Abel FerraraDirector
- Abel FerraraReno Miller
- Carolyn SmithCarol Slaughter
- Pamela BergmanPamela
- Harry SchultzDalton Briggs
- Alan WynrothAl the Landlord
- Maria HelhoskiThe Nun
- James O'HaraMan in Church
- Richard HoworthStephen - Carol's Husband
- Louis MascoloKnife Victim
- Tommy SantoraAttacker
- Rita GoodingTV Spot
- Chuck SaafTV Spot
Details
- Released
- 15 June 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nicholas St. John
- Budget
- $20K
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The Driller Killer: quick answers
Is The Driller Killer worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 204 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Driller Killer?
The Driller Killer runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Driller Killer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Driller Killer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Driller Killer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Driller Killer yet.
Which OTT platform is The Driller Killer on?
The Driller Killer is streaming on Bloodstream in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Driller Killer?
If you liked The Driller Killer, try The Last House on the Left, Smile 2, End of Days.
Who directed The Driller Killer?
The Driller Killer (1979) was directed by Abel Ferrara and stars Abel Ferrara, Carolyn Smith, Pamela Bergman.