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Shrunken Heads 1994

★ 4.532 votes86 min📅 1994-05-01

"They're superheroes from the heads... to their necks."

In Richard Elfman's cult horror-comedy Shrunken Heads (1994), small-town mischief meets supernatural vengeance when three reckless teens meet an untimely end at the hands of a ruthless crime lord.

Director: Richard Elfman

Cast

Leigh-Allyn Baker
Leigh-Allyn Baker
Mitzi
Julius Harris
Julius Harris
Mr. Sumatra
Meg Foster
Meg Foster
Big Moe
Aeryk Egan
Aeryk Egan
Tommy Larson
Rebecca Herbst
Rebecca Herbst
Sally
A.J. Damato
Vinnie
Bo Sharon
Bill Turner
Darris Love
Darris Love
Freddie Thompson
Bodhi Elfman
Bodhi Elfman
Booger Martin
Troy Fromin
Podowski

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shrunken Heads (1994) about?

Three reckless teens, murdered by a local crime boss, are revived through voodoo magic as tiny, super-powered heads seeking brutal revenge. Their supernatural rampage turns the town upside-down as they target those who wronged them, blending dark comedy with horror in a wildly inventive plot.

Who directed Shrunken Heads?

Richard Elfman directed this 1994 horror-comedy, known for his unique blend of campy horror and offbeat storytelling.

Who stars in Shrunken Heads?

The cast includes Leigh-Allyn Baker, Julius Harris, Meg Foster, Aeryk Egan, and Rebecca Herbst.

Is Shrunken Heads (1994) worth watching?

If you enjoy cult horror-comedies with a bizarre premise and retro charm, Shrunken Heads is a fun pick. Its low-budget execution and dark humor make it a cult favorite, though its uneven tone may not suit every viewer.

How long is Shrunken Heads?

Shrunken Heads (1994) runs for 86 minutes.

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About Shrunken Heads (1994) — A Voodoo Revenge Tale with Tiny, Terrifying Twists

In Richard Elfman's cult horror-comedy Shrunken Heads (1994), small-town mischief meets supernatural vengeance when three reckless teens meet an untimely end at the hands of a ruthless crime lord. Instead of resting in peace, their spirits are resurrected by a vengeful witch doctor's voodoo magic—but these aren't your typical ghosts. Reduced to tiny, mischievous heads with supernatural powers, they return to terrorize their killer and his gang in a twisted quest for payback. Blending dark humor with eerie thrills, the film delivers a quirky take on classic revenge tropes, all wrapped in a lurid, low-budget charm that's become a staple of '90s cult horror. Expect grotesque visuals, sharp one-liners, and a story that walks the line between camp and genuine scares.

Leigh-Allyn Baker, Julius Harris, and Meg Foster star as the adults caught in the teens' supernatural rampage, while a young Aeryk Egan and Rebecca Herbst round out the ensemble in this offbeat chiller. Shrunken Heads (1994) thrives on its bizarre premise and unapologetic weirdness, offering a unique slice of horror-comedy that's as divisive as it is memorable. With its neon-soaked aesthetic and tongue-in-cheek tone, it's a film that rewards fans of genre-defying cinema who crave something far removed from mainstream scares.