Horror High (1974)

Director
Larry N. Stouffer

Main cast
Pat Cardi; Austin Stoker; Rosie Holotik; John Niland; Joye Hash

Genres
Horror, Sci-Fi

Description
A nerdy high school super whiz experiments with a chemical which will transform his guinea pig "Mr. Mumps" from a gentle pet into a ravenous monster. In a fit of rage against his tormentors at the high school, Vernon Potts goes on a killing spree, eliminating all of those who ever picked on him - the Gym Coach, the School Jock, The Creepy Janitor & his hated teacher, Ms. Grindstaff.


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