---
title: "Combat Shock"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/combat-shock-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 26558
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Combat Shock (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/combat-shock-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Combat Shock is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under War, Drama, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Troma Entertainment, 2000 A.D. Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A disturbed Vietnam veteran descends into insanity fifteen years after returning home."

### Why Watch
- Explores the struggles of a returning veteran
- Features a gritty urban setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deals with heavy and disturbing themes
- Slow descent into insanity
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense thematic elements regarding war and a gritty urban lifestyle.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, dark, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/combat-shock-1986#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Buddy Giovinazzo
- **Networks / Studios**: Troma Entertainment, 2000 A.D. Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rick Giovinazzo** as *Frankie Dunlan (as Ricky Giovinazzo)*
- **Veronica Stork** as *Cathy Dunlan*
- **Mitch Maglio** as *Paco - Gang Leader*
- **Asaph Livni** as *Labo - Gang Member*
- **Nick Nasta** as *Morbe - Gang Member*
- **Michael Tierno** as *Mike - Junkie*
- **Arthur Saunders** as *Pimp*
- **Lori Labar** as *Lead Prostitute / Vietnamese Woman*
- **Jim Cooney** as *Interogating GI*
- **Ray Pinero** as *Welfare Worker*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Combat Shock released?
The film was released in the US on 05/14/1986.

### Q: What genres is the film classified under?
The film is classified under War, Drama, and Horror.

### Q: What is the runtime of Combat Shock?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes.

### Q: Did the film have any alternative titles?
Prior to its theatrical release, the film was shown on the festival circuit under the title American Nightmares.

### Q: What is the main premise of the film?
A dangerously disturbed Vietnam veteran struggles with life 15 years after returning home and falls into insanity from a gritty urban lifestyle.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Combat Shock — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26558)
- [Combat Shock 62% (1986) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/205814-combat-shock)
- [Combat Shock - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combat_Shock)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*