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  1. The Clovehitch Killer is a 2018 American coming-of-age [1] thriller film, directed by Duncan Skiles in his directorial debut and written by Christopher Ford. It stars Dylan McDermott , Charlie Plummer , Samantha Mathis , and Madisen Beaty .

  2. The Clovehitch Killer: Directed by Duncan Skiles. With Dylan McDermott, Charlie Plummer, Samantha Mathis, Madisen Beaty. A picture-perfect family is shattered when the work of a serial killer hits too close to home.

    • (35K)
    • Crime, Drama, Horror
    • Duncan Skiles
    • 2018-11-16
    • What Is The True Story Behind 'The Clovehitch Killer'?
    • What Are The Similarities Between BTK and Clovehitch?
    • Both BTK and Clovehitch HID in Plain Sight
    • Why Is BTK in The News Again?

    Inspirations for The Clovehitch Killer, while not a direct retelling, were taken from the BTK (Bind, Torture Kill) Killer. The director, Duncan Skiles, did extensive research on BTK, and screenwriter Christopher Ford put together the script with heavy references to him. Dennis Rader is the serial killer known as BTK, who killed ten people in Wichit...

    One of the main similarities between the BTK killer and the Clovehitch killer is the ritualistic way that they kill their victims.Like BTK, Clovehitch binds and tortures ten victims, all women, before killing them. They both derive a sexual type of satisfaction from their kills, taking pictures or mementos of each of them. In addition to that, both...

    Another similarity between Clovehitch and BTK is that both were excellent community leaders, devout Christians, and appeared to be grade-A parents. BTK was incredibly involved in the church in his community and was a Boy Scout leader, as was Don Burnside when he wasn't acting out his demented fantasies. When BTK was convicted, his family was shocke...

    In August 2023, Rader made headlines again, this time from behind bars. The Osage County Sheriff's Department confirmed that they were investigating BTK as the prime suspect in the disappearance of a teenager in 1976 and a few other unsolved crimes in the Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri areas. Like his old MO, Rader wrote to law enforcement about hi...

    • Duncan Skiles
    • Feature Writer
    • Charlie Plummer
  3. Mar 14, 2023 · In The Clovehitch Killer, Tyler's father whom he suspects could be the murderer, is a Scout leader and extremely religious. The real Rader was also a Scout leader, and heavily involved in his local church, which is where he was eventually apprehended.

  4. Nov 15, 2018 · Accordingly, the director, Duncan Skiles, has chosen a quieter, cooler and more atmospheric route, one that burrows more deeply into small-town religious rot than into the killer’s damaged...

    • Duncan Skiles
    • 2 min
  5. The Clovehitch Killer patiently dials up the tension with a story that makes up for a lack of surprises with strong performances and a chilling wit. Read Critics Reviews

    • (38)
    • Mystery & Thriller
  6. Nov 16, 2018 · Duncan Skiles’ “The Clovehitch Killer” is a thriller/drama about a teenager who becomes suspicious of a few of his dear old dad’s “hobbies.” The title refers to a serial killer who murdered at least 10 women a decade ago but has since gone silent.