A Shock to the System is a 1990 American dark comedy film written by Andrew Klavan, directed by Jan Egleson; starring Michael Caine. It is based off of Simon Brett's 1984 novel of the same name.
A meek business man snaps one day after he is not given the promotion he anticipated and starts to meticulously plan the murders of his enemies.
Victims[]
- Unnamed Male Beggar - Ran over by a train when Graham shoved him off of a subway platform.
- Wendy Brewster - Died of unspecified causes prior to the film, mentioned.
- Leslie Marshall - Electrocuted to death off-screen after triggering Graham's light bulb trap, body seen being wheeled out on a gurney.
- Robert "Bob" Benham - Blown up on his boat after triggering Graham's gas trap.
- Henry Park - Blown up along with Bob.
- George Brewster - Committed suicide by overdosing on pills.
- David Jones - Killed in a crash when Graham sabotaged his plane's engine off-screen, explosion heard.
Deaths[]
- Total - 7
- 5 Men
- 2 Women
Kill Count[]
- Graham Marshall - 5 (Alive)
Gallery[]
Beggar
Leslie Marshall
Bob Benham and Henry Park
George Brewster