Bender(2016)
The first serial killers in America were a family
Bender Synopsis
The unsettling true story of America's first serial-killing family. A troubled doctor searches for patients swallowed by the prairie and encounters the Benders, homesteaders trapped by a life of unspeakable sin.
Bender (2016) is a drama, history, thriller, western and horror film directed by John Alexander, released on October 14, 2016 with a runtime of 1h 20m. It stars Bruce Davison, Linda Purl, James Karen and Buck Taylor. Viewers rate it 4.2 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- John Alexander
- Writers:
- JC Guest, John Alexander
- Production:
- Crook and Nanny Productions, Casadelic Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Bender (2016) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Bender before you stream it.
Bender Cast & Crew
Main cast
Bruce Davison
as Mayor Prentiss
Linda Purl
as Mrs. Thomas
James Karen
as Old Man Bender
Buck Taylor
as Sheriff J.E. Stone
- John Monastero
John Monastero
as Dr. William York / Edwin York
- Nicole Jellen
Nicole Jellen
as Kate Bender
Reylynn Caster
as Little Girl
- Leslie Woodies
Leslie Woodies
as Old Woman Bender
- Grace McKeaney
Grace McKeaney
as Goat Lady
Chance Caeden
as Boy
- Preston Brown
Preston Brown
as Mr. Loncher
- Brad Fields
Brad Fields
as Parson
Key crew
Directed by John Alexander, written by JC Guest and John Alexander.
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Bender Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.2/10 from 6 ratings.
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Bender – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Bender online?
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Bender (2016) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Bender?
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The main cast of Bender (2016) includes Bruce Davison, Linda Purl, James Karen, Buck Taylor and John Monastero. The film was directed by John Alexander. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Bender released?
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Bender was released on October 14, 2016 and runs for 1h 20m.
Is Bender worth watching?
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Bender (2016) holds an average rating of 4.2 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, history and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Bender?
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Yes. The official Bender trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.