You have the right to remain silent… forever.
A killer dressed in a police uniform begins murdering innocent people on the streets of New York City.
Matt Cordell
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Apr 26, 2025
Brought to you by Troma Team. This one is more of a straight slasher than the Toxic Avenger / Nukem High varieties. As good as other slasher movies of that time.
The film's tagline is: "You have the right to remain silent… forever."
The film had a budget of $1.1M but only grossed $671.4K, losing $428.6K at the box office.
The runtime is 85 minutes (1h 25m).
The film was directed by William Lustig.
The screenplay was written by Larry Cohen.
The score was composed by Jay Chattaway.
Cinematography was handled by Vincent J. Rabe.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 54 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0095583.
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Maniac Cop
Released
R
English
United States of America
$1,100,000
$671,382
