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In a Madman's World (2017)

Movie 122 min

Crime Drama Horror Thriller

Directly based upon the infamous Houston Mass Murders, the film centers around Elmer Wayne Henley's life before, during, and immediately after his involvement with Dean Corll and David Brooks, and their killing spree of over 28 victims from 1970 to 1973.

Josh Vargas Writer Josh Vargas Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 10, 2017
Runtime
122 min
Budget
$400,000
IMDb
tt2260324
Language
Studio
Chance Allen Productions

Themes

Cast

Chris Binum Elmer Wayne Henley - Jr. Bree Bond Lisa Andrew Bourgeois Mark Scott Anthony Chase Rusty Lainnie Felan Lainnie Felan Rhonda Sara Gaston Mary Henley Joe Grisaffi Joe Grisaffi Dean Corll Bobby Haworth David Amy Rene LaFavers Mrs. Reid Parrish Randall Elmer Henley Sr. Elizabeth Redpath Sheila Hines Andrew Runk Billy Ridder David Simpson David Simpson Tim Aidan Vitela Johnny Aaron Walden Rhonnie Aaron Walden Frank Marilyn Burns Marilyn Burns Mrs. Hill

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Frequently asked questions

What is In a Madman's World about?
Directly based upon the infamous Houston Mass Murders, the film centers around Elmer Wayne Henley's life before, during, and immediately after his involvement with Dean Corll and David Brooks, and their killing spree of over 28 victims from 1970 to 1973.
Who directed In a Madman's World?
In a Madman's World was directed by Josh Vargas.
Who stars in In a Madman's World?
In a Madman's World stars Chris Binum, Bree Bond, Andrew Bourgeois, Scott Anthony Chase.
When was In a Madman's World released?
In a Madman's World is a 2017 crime, drama, horror, thriller film.
Where can I watch In a Madman's World?
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