Luther the Geek

Luther the Geek (1989) Filming Locations and Cast Details

Luther the Geek is an interesting 1989 movie which combines the narratives of comedy and horror. The film, which is about a psychotic killer who explodes into a killing spree upon release from a twenty-year prison term, mainly stars Edward Terry, Joan Roth, and Stacy Haiduk. This article focuses on where the film was shot, the actors’ roles, unique trivia, and interesting behind-the-scenes facts about the movie.

Where it Filmed?

The film Luther the Geek was primarily shot in the United States, in three specific locations. These notable filming locations include Sterling, Illinois, parts of Iowa, and New York. At the time of the filming, no specific dates were provided.MV5BMTgwNjc3MTA3Ml5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNDA3NjkwMzE@. V1 QL75 UX820

Cast Details

Cast Name Role
Edward Terry The Freak
Joan Roth Hilary
Stacy Haiduk Beth
Thomas Mills Rob
Tom Brittingham Geek
Carlton Williams Little Luther
‘Chicken’ Klabunde Carnival Woman
Gil Rogers Walsh
Karen Maurise Mrs. Butler
Jerome Borgos Chairman
Michael Boyle Board Member 4
David Pavlosky Jason
Robert Caraballo Cook
Nat KT Teenage Clerk
Tom Wadsworth Store Manager
Sigrid Norris Teenage Girl
Gail Buxton Old Lady at Bus Sop
Tris Brumbly Police Officer
Martin Widener Hunter
Chris Sprister Farmer (uncredited)

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Trivia and Facts

  • The special effects artist for the movie chose to remain anonymous and hence, rejected any form of credit for their work.
  • This movie was featured in Fowl Play: An Interview with Jerry Clarke in 2016, as an extension of its influence and contribution to the genre.

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Geo Location Details

  • Location Name: Sterling, Illinois, USA
    • Latitude: 41.788642
    • Longitude: -89.69621939999999
    • Place ID: ChIJcTLWokq2CYgRY3BhOqpnlL0
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Sterling, IL 61081, USA
    • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Location Name: Iowa, USA
    • Latitude: 41.8780025
    • Longitude: -93.097702
    • Place ID: ChIJGWD48W9e7ocR2VnHV0pj78Y
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Iowa, USA
    • Timezone: America/Chicago

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