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Clown Panic
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Directed by Ed Perkins.
3.7/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Revisits the bizarre nationwide hysteria of 2016, which began with reports of creepy clowns hiding near woods in South Carolina and quickly spiraled into widespread panic, school lockdowns, and police interventions across the United States. This in-depth documentary features interviews with eyewitnesses, law enforcement officials, cultural commentators, and professional clowns whose livelihoods were impacted by the craze.
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MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTRevisits the bizarre nationwide hysteria of 2016, which began with reports of creepy clowns hiding near woods in South Carolina and quickly spiraled into widespread pa…
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MoviHero lists October 12, 2026 as the release date for Clown Panic. Ed Perkins is the listed director. A trailer and 1 still are available on this page.
Release dateOctober 12, 2026
GenresDocumentary
Runtime1h 24m
DirectorEd Perkins
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images1 still
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MoviHero Rating: 3.7/10 from 7 votes. Updated Nov 9, 2026.
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Pacing5/10
Emotional Impact4/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence3/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required6/10
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