

Night of the Strangler
1972, English. Directed by Joy N. Houck Jr..
Southern revenge!
In New Orleans, a relationship between a black man and a white girl leads to a string of murders.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Night of the Strangler is streaming on Screambox and Cineverse in India.
Availability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Joy N. Houck Jr.Director
- Micky DolenzVance
- James RalstonDan
- Michael AnthonyLt. De Vivo
- Chuck PattersonFather Jessie / Jake
- Susan McCulloughDenise
- Katie TilleyAnn
- Ann BarrettCarol
- Warren KennerWillie
- Harold SylvesterJim Bunch
- Stocker FontelieuFather Babbin
- Patrick WrightAssassin (as Michael Wright)
- Wilbur SwartzMonsignor Greyson
Details
- Released
- 1 October 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- J.J. Milane, Jeffrey Newton, Robert A. Weaver
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Night of the Strangler: quick answers
Is Night of the Strangler worth watching?
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How long is Night of the Strangler?
Night of the Strangler runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Night of the Strangler have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Night of the Strangler. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Night of the Strangler parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Night of the Strangler is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Night of the Strangler on?
Night of the Strangler is streaming on Screambox and Cineverse in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Night of the Strangler?
If you liked Night of the Strangler, try Raising Cain, Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Strange Darling.
Who directed Night of the Strangler?
Night of the Strangler (1972) was directed by Joy N. Houck Jr. and stars Micky Dolenz, James Ralston, Michael Anthony.