Bad Ronald (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1974, Bad Ronald is a thriller, drama, horror and tv movie film directed by Buzz Kulik, running about 74 minutes. “The Wood family doesn't know it. But the old house they've just bought is already occupied... by a psychopathic killer.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When awkward teen Ronald Wilby accidentally kills a young girl whose sister rejected his affections, his overbearing mother decides to hide him from the law by creating a concealed room in their home for him to live.
Who’s in it. Bad Ronald stars Scott Jacoby as Ronald Wilby, Pippa Scott as Mrs. Wood, John Larch as Sgt. Lynch and Dabney Coleman as Mr. Wood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Bad Ronald has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Bad Ronald page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Ronald tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Ronald (1974)?
- In US, Bad Ronald is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bad Ronald worth watching?
- Bad Ronald holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bad Ronald?
- Bad Ronald stars Scott Jacoby, Pippa Scott, John Larch, Dabney Coleman and Kim Hunter.
- When was Bad Ronald released?
- Bad Ronald was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.