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James Glickenhaus
★ Directing

James Glickenhaus

Born 1950 · New York City, New York, USA · Active 1975–2011

James Glickenhaus, born in 1948, is an American filmmaker whose work in the 1980s defined a gritty era of exploitation cinema. He wrote, directed, and produced The Exterminator (1980), a film that showcases his flair for visceral storytelling and action. Glickenhaus also played a role in front of the camera as an actor and director in The Astrologer (1975), where he explored themes of mysticism and fate. His films, including Exterminator 2 (1984), remain essential viewing for fans of cult and grindhouse cinema, reflecting the raw energy of their time.

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The Astrologer

The Astrologer

1975 ★ 3.3
as Spy

A scientist investigating reports of the Second Coming of Christ finds himself battling against a suicidal devil cult.

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Filmography

27 credits
2010s 1 credit
2011
Movie
2000s 1 credit
2008
Bad Biology as Magazine Editor
Movie ★ 4.6
1990s 1 credit
1991
McBain as Cigarette Boat Driver
Movie ★ 4.4
1970s 1 credit
1975
Movie ★ 3.2
Crew Credits
1990s 10 credits
1995
Timemaster Director
Movie ★ 4.4
1995
Movie ★ 4.4
1994
Ring of Steel Executive Producer
Movie ★ 5.1
1993
Movie ★ 5.5
1993
Movie ★ 5.5
1992
Basket Case 3 Executive Producer
Movie ★ 5.1
1991
McBain Writer
Movie ★ 4.4
1991
McBain Director
Movie ★ 4.4
1990
Basket Case 2 Executive Producer
Movie ★ 5.7
1990
Frankenhooker Executive Producer
Movie ★ 6.3
1980s 11 credits
1988
Shakedown Director
Movie ★ 5.8
1988
Movie ★ 5.8
1988
Maniac Cop Executive Producer
Movie ★ 6.1
1985
Movie ★ 6.0
1985
Movie ★ 6.0
1984
Movie ★ 4.1
1982
The Soldier Director
Movie ★ 5.3
1982
Movie ★ 5.3
1982
The Soldier Producer
Movie ★ 5.3
1980
Movie ★ 5.5
1980
Movie ★ 5.5
1970s 2 credits
1975
Movie ★ 3.2
1975
Movie ★ 3.2