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Basket Case

6.219821h 31mNRMovieHorrorComedy

A young man carrying a big basket that contains his extremely deformed, formerly conjoined twin brother seeks vengeance on the doctors who separated them against their will.

DirectorFrank Henenlotter
WriterFrank Henenlotter
ProducersArnold H. Bruck·Edgar Ievins

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Cast · Directed by Frank Henenlotter

KHKevin Van Hentenryck
Kevin Van Hentenryck
Duane Bradley
TSTerri Susan Smith
Terri Susan Smith
Sharon
BBBeverly Bonner
Beverly Bonner
Casey
RVRobert Vogel
Robert Vogel
Hotel Manager
DBDiana Browne
Diana Browne
Dr. Judith Kutter
LP
Lloyd Pace
Dr. Harold Needleman
BF
Bill Freeman
Dr. Julius Lifflander
RN
Ruth Neuman
Duane's Aunt
RP
Richard Pierce
Duane's Father
SM
Sean McCabe
Young Duane
DS
Dorothy Strongin
Josephine
KR
Kerry Ruff
Detective

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1992 · 5.0
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Basket Case 2
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1990 · 5.7
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Basket Case — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Basket Case?

Basket Case is streaming on Shudder, ARROW and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Basket Case on Netflix?

No, Basket Case is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Shudder and ARROW.

Is Basket Case on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Basket Case isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Shudder and ARROW instead.

Where can I watch Basket Case for free?

Basket Case is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Fandor in Canada.

Is there a sequel to Basket Case?

Yes — Basket Case is followed by Basket Case 2 (1990) in the Basket Case Collection.

Is there a prequel to Basket Case?

Basket Case is the first film in the Basket Case Collection.

Is Basket Case part of a trilogy?

Yes — Basket Case is part of a trilogy, alongside Basket Case 2 (1990) and Basket Case 3 (1992).

How many movies are in the Basket Case Collection?

There are 3 films in the Basket Case Collection: Basket Case (1982), Basket Case 2 (1990) and Basket Case 3 (1992).