Dr. Giggles (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Dr. Giggles is a 1992 drama thriller directed by Manny Coto, starring Richard Bradford, Nancy Fish and Michelle Johnson. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $8.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 23% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Director
- Manny Coto
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dr. Giggles About?
The premise of Dr. Giggles without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After escaping a mental institution following decades of confinement, the disturbed Evan Rendell, known as Dr. Giggles, seeks revenge on the townspeople who played a part in his tragic past. He systematically stalks and murders residents, his actions fueled by a dark obsession with Jennifer and her heart condition. As his violent spree unfolds, long-buried secrets and painful memories resurface, leading to a terrifying confrontation.
Dr. Giggles Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- condom
- overhearing sex
- syringe
- ferris wheel
- beer
- party
- playing a video game
- baseball cap worn backwards
- popsicle stick
- stuffed animal
- medical bag
- breaking a mirror
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- locker
- badge
- self surgery
- death by liposuction machine
- serial killer
- female feet
- barefoot woman
- psychopath
- psychopathic killer
- slasher
- house of mirrors
- old dark house
- brutality
- dark horse comics
- doctor
- stethoscope exam
- jacket
- african american
- profanity
- jeep
- earrings
- carnival
- flashlight
- kiss
- two word title
- teenage girl
- teenage boy
- toothbrush
- teenager
- hat
- photograph
- mirror
- stethoscope
- death
- car
- hand held over someone's mouth
- flashback
- saxophone
Dr. Giggles Cast
Richard Bradford leads the cast, with Nancy Fish and Michelle Johnson. Directed by Manny Coto; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Manny Coto
Also Starring in Dr. Giggles
· 6 moreMore from Manny Coto
More films directed by Manny Coto: Zenon: The Zequel, Star Kid, Cover-Up and Playroom.
Dr. Giggles Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Dr. Giggles 23% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.3/10.
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IMDb 5.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 23% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 42%
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Metacritic 39 Metascore
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TMDB 55% User score
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Dr. Giggles Plot Summary
What happens in Dr. Giggles from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1957, in the small town of Moorehigh, something sinister is happening as patients of Dr. Evan Rendell start vanishing without a trace. The shocking truth emerges as the townsfolk uncover that a father-son duo has been chillingly extracting the hearts of these patients, driven by the desperate hope of resurrecting Dr. Rendell’s deceased wife. This nefarious scheme leads to a confrontation with the police, resulting in Dr. Rendell’s fatal shooting. In the aftermath, his son, Evan Jr., mysteriously disappears.
Full summary
The whole story of Dr. Giggles, scene by scene
Dr. Giggles Box Office
Dr. Giggles grossed $8.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$8.4M
- US & Canada
- $8.4M
Dr. Giggles Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Dr. Giggles.
How Well Do You Know Dr. Giggles?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What year did the events of Dr. Giggles begin in Moorehigh?
Cars in Dr. Giggles
12 cars on screen, including the 1975 Chevrolet C-20 and the 1981 Dodge Diplomat.
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1976 Jeep CJ-5 Minor role
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Dr. Giggles FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Dr. Giggles, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dr. Giggles?
Dr. Giggles runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was Dr. Giggles released?
Dr. Giggles was released on October 23, 1992.
Who directed Dr. Giggles?
Dr. Giggles was directed by Manny Coto.
More films by Manny Coto Who is in the cast of Dr. Giggles?
Dr. Giggles stars Richard Bradford, Nancy Fish and Michelle Johnson, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Dr. Giggles make at the box office?
Dr. Giggles grossed $8.4 million worldwide.
How is Dr. Giggles rated?
Dr. Giggles has 5.3/10 on IMDb, 23% on Rotten Tomatoes, 39 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Dr. Giggles have a post-credit scene?
No. Dr. Giggles has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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