Faces of Death III (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 2.9

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Released in 1985, Faces of Death III is a horror and documentary film directed by John Alan Schwartz, running about 86 minutes.

What it’s about. This third installment focuses largely on serial killers, with lengthy re-enactments of police investigations of bodies being found in a dumpster, and a staged courtroom sequence with Schwartz again making a cameo appearance as the serial killer on trial for raping and murdering a girl, allegedly captured on video. Schwartz has identified the girl allegedly killed in the video as his then girlfriend, who he claims was a willing participant.

Who’s in it. Faces of Death III stars Michael Carr as Dr. Francis B. Gross.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.9/10, Faces of Death III has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Faces of Death III page.

If you liked it. Fans of Faces of Death III tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Faces of Death III (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Faces of Death III change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Faces of Death III worth watching?
Faces of Death III holds an audience score of 2.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Faces of Death III?
Faces of Death III stars Michael Carr.
When was Faces of Death III released?
Faces of Death III was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.