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Clown Motel: Spirits Arise (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Clown Motel: Spirits Arise is a 2019 horror film starring Robert B. Oliver as Crank the Clown, Amanda Barboza and Tony Moran. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $2,080 worldwide on a $25,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 38/100.

worldwide gross
$2.1K
Echo Score
38
budget
$25K
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Clown Motel: Spirits Arise (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$25K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Clown Motel: Spirits Arise About?

The premise of Clown Motel: Spirits Arise without spoilers.

While driving back from an old ghost town and a bachelorette party returning from Las Vegas, two groups unexpectedly find themselves at the isolated Clown Motel. Despite the lack of a host, they decide to spend the night. After a night of celebration, they discover their vehicles have been disabled, leaving them stranded. Now, they must uncover the motel’s secrets and determine if the eerie clown decorations hide a more sinister truth: are the clowns merely props, or do they represent the spirits of former residents?

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Themes & Keywords

· 27 tags
  • killer clown
  • evil clown
  • clown
  • murder
  • motel room
  • alcohol
  • ghost
  • murdered with an axe
  • axe murderer
  • suicide
  • axe
  • severed tongue
+15 more
  • dismemberment
  • partying
  • head bashed in
  • broken down car
  • mutilation
  • abandoned hotel
  • desert
  • rape
  • stranded
  • ghost hunters
  • stabbing
  • supernatural power
  • abandoned motel
  • supernatural serial killer
  • supernatural horror
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Cast & crew

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Cast & Characters

Robert B. Oliver leads the cast as Crank the Clown, with Amanda Barboza as Clown and Tony Moran as Frank.

Also Starring in Clown Motel: Spirits Arise

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Ratings

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in art & craft (30).

38 /100

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Echo Score Breakdown

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise delivers a largely unsatisfactory experience, with criticism dominating across all core filmmaking elements. Reviewers consistently note substandard acting, incoherent plotting, and a low‑budget visual presentation that hampers immersion. While a handful of viewers appreciate its camp value and occasional atmospheric moments, the overall consensus points to a film that fails to meet basic genre expectations. Consequently, its appeal remains limited to a niche audience seeking intentionally flawed horror.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from rudimentary cinematography and editing. Critics highlight the use of a phone camera, flat lighting, and shaky, overly dark footage that diminishes visual clarity. Production design offers occasional eerie clown décor, yet the overall aesthetic feels amateurish and detracts from immersion. The net impression is that technical execution is markedly below professional standards.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    When evaluating character and emotion, acting is repeatedly described as among the worst seen, with wooden delivery and unnatural movement. A few reviewers acknowledge a modestly engaging ensemble setup, but overall performance quality remains poor. Limited character depth and lack of emotional resonance further weaken the experience. The consensus indicates a pronounced deficiency in acting and character development.

  • Story & Flow 40

    The story and flow are marked by significant plot holes and a confusing narrative structure. Reviewers cite nonsensical pacing, an inexplicable premise, and an unsatisfying climax. Some viewers note a solid initial concept and occasional intrigue, yet the majority find the storyline uneven and difficult to follow. Overall, the film's narrative coherence is weak, bordering on incoherent.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    Sensory experience receives mixed feedback; atmospheric elements such as creepy clown memorabilia create occasional tension, but sound design and visual effects are frequently criticized as cheap and ineffective. The gore is described as messy yet enjoyable, while the soundtrack receives little mention. In sum, the sensory components offer brief moments of engagement but are largely undermined by low‑budget execution.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    Rewatch value is limited, with most reviewers advising against additional viewings due to the film's numerous flaws. A small segment of viewers enjoys it as a “best bad movie,” finding novelty in its campiness. However, the prevailing sentiment suggests that repeated viewings offer little new appreciation, rendering its lasting appeal modest at best.

Box office

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Box Office & Budget

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise grossed $2,080 worldwide on a $25,000 budget, 8% of what it cost.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.1K

8% of its budget back

International
$2.1K
Budget
$25K
Cars

Cars in Clown Motel: Spirits Arise

2 cars on screen: the 2002 Ford E-450 and the 2003 Toyota Echo.

  • 2002 Ford E-450 in Clown Motel: Spirits Arise 2002 Ford E-450 Main role
  • 2003 Toyota Echo in Clown Motel: Spirits Arise 2003 Toyota Echo Important role
Details

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Мотелът на Клоуните: Духовете оживяват” and “Мотель клоунов: Восставшие”.

Also known as
  • Мотелът на Клоуните: Духовете оживяват
  • Мотель клоунов: Восставшие
  • 호스텔: 미국 배낭여행 살인사건
  • Palyaço

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FAQ

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Clown Motel: Spirits Arise, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Clown Motel: Spirits Arise?

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Clown Motel: Spirits Arise released?

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise was released on June 11, 2019.

Who is in the cast of Clown Motel: Spirits Arise?

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise stars Robert B. Oliver as Crank the Clown, Amanda Barboza as Clown and Tony Moran as Frank, among 23 credited actors.

How much did Clown Motel: Spirits Arise make at the box office?

Clown Motel: Spirits Arise grossed $2,080 worldwide on a budget of $25,000.

Does Clown Motel: Spirits Arise have a post-credit scene?

No. Clown Motel: Spirits Arise has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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