Question 1

Which famous rats appear in The Killing Kind?

Accepted Answer

The rats were provided by animal trainer Moe Di Sesso and had previously appeared in Willard (1971) and Ben (1972).

Question 2

How did John Savage land the role of Terry?

Accepted Answer

The original actor dropped out at the last minute, and John Savage got the role the day before filming began.

Question 3

What real-life activity did cast and crew do at the laundromat location?

Accepted Answer

They took advantage of the Beverly Boulevard laundromat and actually laundered their clothes while filming scenes.

Question 4

Which characters from The Killing Kind reappear in The Attic (1980)?

Accepted Answer

Louise (the alcoholic librarian) and her wheelchair-bound father appear in The Attic, played by Luana Anders and Peter Brocco in this film.

Question 5

Why did The Killing Kind barely get a theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

Distributors cut a deal for only a few U.S. cities, and poor record-keeping prevented further distribution despite interest.

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