CinemaOSMovie · 2025 · 0h 18m · G

The Untold Story of the Wilhelm Scream

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The Wilhelm Scream has made an appearance in hundreds of films, TV shows, video games, and commercials over the past 70 years. Now discover the story behind the most infamous joke in cinema history.

Directed byAnna Quinlan

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 18m
Language
EN
Released
August 18, 2025
Studios
Practical Effects FilmThe Hollywood Sound Museum

Featuring

Cast & crew

7 credited
Starring

Steve Lee

Himself

Richard L. Anderson

Richard L. Anderson

Himself

Mark Mangini

Mark Mangini

Himself

Ron Bartlett

Ron Bartlett

Himself

David Barbee

Himself

Andrew Kasch

Andrew Kasch

Himself

Rita Singh

Herself

Creative team
Directed by
Anna Quinlan
Produced by
Steve Lee

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