Bunker Heights
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| Directed by | Drew Fortier |
| Written by | Drew Fortier |
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| Produced by | Hannah Fierman |
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| Cinematography | Gordon Cameron |
| Edited by | Drew Fortier |
| Distributed by | MVD Entertainment Group |
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Running time | 106 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $30,000 |
Bunker Heights is an upcoming American horror film written and directed by Drew Fortier. It stars Fortier, Hannah Fierman, Chaney Morrow, Paul T. Taylor, James L. Edwards, David Ellefson, Vinnie Dombroski, and Violent J.[1] The film follows a homicide detective whose investigation into crime and corruption in a Midwestern city leads to a threat emerging from beneath its streets. The film is scheduled to be released worldwide on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital by MVD Entertainment Group on October 13, 2026.[2]
Cast
- Drew Fortier as Derek Tucker
- Hannah Fierman as Julia Stevenson
- Chaney Morrow as Burrows
- Paul T. Taylor as Doctor Young
- Floyd Ewing Jr. as Collins
- David Ellefson as Cranford
- Vinnie Dombroski as Vin
- Violent J as Joe
- Douglas Esper as David
- James L. Edwards as Bellini
- L.C. Holt as Henry
Production
The film was conceived, produced, and shot in secret with a budget of $30,000.[3]
The movie was shot in various locations in the United States, including Knoxville, Tennessee; Cleveland, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Miami County, Ohio.[4]
Ex-Megadeth bassist David Ellefson executive-produced and appears in the film along with fellow musicians Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge) and Violent J (Insane Clown Posse). It has been regarded by Dread Central as being a spiritual successor to the 1984 film C.H.U.D..[5]
Release
The teaser trailer and poster art were released in January 2024.[6] In January 2026, the film's full trailer premiered on JCW Lunacy, a television program produced by Juggalo Championship Wrestling.[7] The trailer made its online debut through Dread Central in August 2026.[2]
Bunker Heights is scheduled to be released worldwide on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital by MVD Entertainment Group on October 13, 2026. [2]
References
- ↑ Squires, John (January 4, 2024). "'Bunker Heights' Teaser Trailer – Crime, Comedy and Creatures Collide in Genre-Bending Indie Movie". Bloody Disgusting!. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- 1 2 3 Miska, Brad (August 25, 2026). "Exclusive: 'Bunker Heights' Trailer Unleashes Crime, Comedy and Creatures". Dread Central. Retrieved August 25, 2026.
- ↑ Blabbermouth (January 4, 2024). "Ex-MEGADETH Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON Executive-Produces New Film 'Bunker Heights'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ↑ Reports, Staff (December 25, 2023). "Part of independent film shot in Miami County". Miami Valley Today. Retrieved November 17, 2025.
- ↑ Julian, Giallo (January 22, 2024). "Crime and Creatures Galore in 'Bunker Heights' [New Blood News]". Dread Central. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
- ↑ Keenan, Hesher (January 5, 2024). "David Ellefson Plays a Cop in This Weird Comedy Horror Flick Called Bunker Heights". MetalSucks. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ↑ Powell, Jason (December 26, 2025). "JCW Lunacy TV results (Episode 63): Roth's review of Willie Mack and 2 Tuff Tony vs. Kongo Kong and Mr. Happy, Ninja Mack vs. Kerry Morton for the JCW American Title". Pro Wrestling Dot Net. Retrieved January 9, 2026.