Helter Skelter
2004, English. Directed by John Gray.
How did one man turn all-American teens into cold-blooded killers?
The rise of Charles Manson and his "family," who are responsible for a series of famous murders in the late 1960s. Manson, a magnetic and mysterious man, attracts road-weary single mother Linda Kasabian to join his collection of outcasts on a ranch outside of Los Angeles. After murdering actress Sharon Tate, Manson and his followers are investigated by district attorney Vincent Bugliosi.
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- John GrayDirector
- Jeremy DaviesCharles Manson
- Clea DuVallLinda Kasabian
- Allison SmithPatricia 'Katie' Krenwinkle
- Mary Lynn RajskubLynette 'Squeaky' Fromme
- Marguerite MoreauSusan 'Sadie' Atkins
- Eric DaneCharles "Tex" Watson
- Michael WestonBobby Beausoleil
- Hal OzsanJoey Dimarco
- Rick GomezMilio
- Robert JoyDetective Morrisy
- Graham BeckelJerry
- Chris EllisSgt. Whiteley
Details
- Released
- 23 July 2004
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Gray
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What Helter Skelter is based on
Helter Skelter is based on Helter Skelter, a 1974 novel by Vincent Bugliosi, published by W. W. Norton & Company.
Novel · 1974
Helter Skelter
By Vincent Bugliosi
Published by W. W. Norton & Company
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Helter Skelter: quick answers
Is Helter Skelter worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Helter Skelter?
Helter Skelter runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Does Helter Skelter have a post-credits scene?
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Helter Skelter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Helter Skelter on?
Helter Skelter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Helter Skelter?
If you liked Helter Skelter, try Dead Man's Folly, Miss Marple: The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side, Blood Work.
Who directed Helter Skelter?
Helter Skelter (2004) was directed by John Gray and stars Jeremy Davies, Clea DuVall, Allison Smith.
What is Helter Skelter based on?
Helter Skelter is based on Helter Skelter, a 1974 novel by Vincent Bugliosi, published by W. W. Norton & Company.