The Backlot Murders (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2002, The Backlot Murders is a comedy and horror film directed by David DeFalco, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A rock band, on the brink of success, arrives at a movie studio to produce their first music video. Somebody doesn't have much respect for their talent, and starts bumping off members of the band, their groupie girlfriends, and the crew.
Who’s in it. The Backlot Murders stars Priscilla Barnes as Stephanie, Charles Fleischer as Henry, Corey Haim as Tony and Brian Gaskill as Dez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Backlot Murders has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Backlot Murders page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Backlot Murders tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Backlot Murders (2002)?
- In US, The Backlot Murders is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Backlot Murders worth watching?
- The Backlot Murders holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Backlot Murders?
- The Backlot Murders stars Priscilla Barnes, Charles Fleischer, Corey Haim, Brian Gaskill and Carrie Stevens.
- When was The Backlot Murders released?
- The Backlot Murders was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.