The Boston Strangler

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Film Synopsis

A wave of brutal murders grips Boston, leaving the city paralyzed with fear as police scramble to find the killer. As the investigation narrows, a troubled handyman named Albert DeSalvo emerges as the prime suspect, leading to shocking revelations. This tense crime thriller, based on true events, explores the psychology of a killer and the limits of justice.

The Boston Strangler Blu-ray & DVD editions

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Comparison of The Boston Strangler Blu-ray & DVD Editions
Disc Extras
Twilight Time BD-ALL/US/OOP 2016
Plan B BD-B/UK 2018
Carlotta BD-B/FR/OOP 2013
20th Century Fox DVD-1/US/OOP 2004
Audio Commentary by David Del Valle and Steven Peros
Audio Commentary by Kat Ellinger
Real Killer, Fake Nose (31:15)
AMC Backstory: “The Boston Strangler” (21:31)
A Killer’s Emotions - Interview with Actor Tony Curtis (11:03)
Out of His Mind - Interview with Director Richard Fleischer (10:54)
Split-Screen Personality - Interview with William Friedkin (22:21)
Fox Movietone Newsreel (3:25)
Stills Gallery (32 Images)
Isolated Music and Effects Track
Teaser Trailer (0:45)
Theatrical Trailer (2:55)

Edition and Packaging Notes

  • Twilight Time’s Blu-ray includes an 8-page booklet with writing by Julie Kirgo.
  • 20th Century Fox’s DVD is also available in “The Henry Fonda Film Collection” (2013) box set.
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