The Hillside Strangler
2004, English. Directed by Chuck Parello.
They lived to watch you die.
Kenneth Bianchi is a security guard whose attempts to become a police officer are repeatedly thwarted. He moves to California to live with his cousin Angelo and dates a string of women, becoming increasingly preoccupied with sex. Eventually the cousins decide to start an escort agency. After violently killing a prostitute they thought had betrayed them, Kenneth and Angelo begin committing a series of crimes that become a media sensation.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Chuck ParelloDirector
- Allison LangeClaire Shelton
- Nicholas TurturroAngelo Buono
- C. Thomas HowellKenneth Bianchi
- Zarah LittleCarrie Ploskonko
- Jennifer TisdaleErin
- Kent KingGabrielle
- Aimee BrooksFelicia Waller
- Natasha MelnickKaryn
- Brandin RackleyJanice Cooley
- Lin ShayeJenny Buono
- Marisol Padilla SánchezChristina Chavez
- Damon WhitakerRonnie
Details
- Released
- 12 November 2004
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Chuck Parello, Stephen Johnston
- Budget
- $1.4M
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What The Hillside Strangler is based on
The Hillside Strangler is based on a true story.
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The Hillside Strangler: quick answers
Is The Hillside Strangler worth watching?
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How long is The Hillside Strangler?
The Hillside Strangler runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Hillside Strangler have a post-credits scene?
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The Hillside Strangler parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hillside Strangler is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hillside Strangler on?
The Hillside Strangler isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hillside Strangler?
If you liked The Hillside Strangler, try Savaged, Dressed to Kill, The Last House on the Left.
Who directed The Hillside Strangler?
The Hillside Strangler (2004) was directed by Chuck Parello and stars Allison Lange, Nicholas Turturro, C. Thomas Howell.
What is The Hillside Strangler based on?
The Hillside Strangler is based on a true story.