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Prime Video's "TOTALLY KILLER" Trailer: A Blumhouse Time Travel Scream Back to the '80s


Get ready for the ultimate scream fest this spooky season because "TOTALLY KILLER" is here to make your October a whole lot scarier – and funnier! With an ensemble cast led by Kiernan Shipka, Olivia Holt, and Julie Bowen, this slasher-comedy film is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video on October 6, 2023. Directed by Nahnatchka Khan in her first foray into the genre, this film promises a rollercoaster of chills, laughs, and a time-travel twist that will transport you straight to the outrageous 1980s.

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Meet the Cast: Kiernan Shipka takes the center stage as "Jamie Hughes," your new favorite scream queen. She'll lead you through a nightmarish journey filled with suspense, humor, and nostalgia.

The ensemble cast includes some familiar faces, such as Julie Bowen, Olivia Holt, Randall Park, Lochlyn Munro, Charlie Gillespie, and Liana Liberato. Together, they'll bring their unique talents to the screen to deliver a slasher experience like no other.

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The Story: "TOTALLY KILLER" takes us back to the chilling events of thirty-five years ago when the infamous "Sweet Sixteen Killer" terrorized the town. Now, on Halloween night, the masked maniac returns, hungry for another victim. Jamie, a fearless seventeen-year-old portrayed by Kiernan Shipka, is about to face her worst nightmare.

Ignoring her overprotective mom's warnings (played by Julie Bowen), Jamie confronts the relentless killer. In a desperate bid to escape, she inadvertently stumbles upon a bizarre twist of fate – time travel. Jamie is transported back to 1987, the very year of the original murders. She must now navigate the wild and eccentric culture of the 1980s.

In her quest to survive and bring an end to the terror, Jamie teams up with her teenage mom (Olivia Holt). Together, they must confront the masked menace before Jamie becomes trapped in the past forever.

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Behind the Scenes: The screenplay for "TOTALLY KILLER" was crafted by a talented team consisting of David Matalon, Sasha Perl-Raver, and Jen D'Angelo. The story itself was conceived by David Matalon and Sasha Perl-Raver.

Produced by industry heavyweights Jason Blum, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, and directed by Nahnatchka Khan, known for her work in "Always Be My Maybe" and "Fresh Off the Boat," this film brings together a perfect blend of talent and experience to deliver a gripping cinematic experience.

Rated R for Maximum Thrills: "TOTALLY KILLER" has been given an R rating, promising a blood-curdling and suspenseful journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes, the film guarantees an adrenaline-pumping ride from start to finish. "TOTALLY KILLER" promises to be a genre-bending treat for fans of both horror and comedy. With its unique blend of elements and a talented cast, it's set to be a highlight of this year's spooky season. So, mark your calendars for October 6, 2023, and get ready to scream, laugh, and travel back in time with "TOTALLY KILLER" exclusively on Prime Video. This is one cinematic experience you won't want to miss!

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