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Actress Sues 'Terrifier' Team Over Unpaid Royalties

10/28/2025

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Catherine Corcoran, who played Dawn in the 2016 film "Terrifier," has sued director Damien Leone and producer Phil Falcone for breach of contract regarding unpaid royalties.
Corcoran claims she was promised 1% of profits from the film, which has earned over $100 million across three installments.
She received approximately $17,000 after "Terrifier 2" but alleges she received nothing from "Terrifier 3."
The lawsuit also cites unsafe working conditions, including being suspended upside down, leading to medical issues.
Leone and Falcone deny the allegations and intend to defend themselves in court.

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Catherine Corcoran, who played Dawn in the 2016 film "Terrifier," has sued director Damien Leone and producer Phil Falcone for breach of contract regarding unpaid royalties.
Corcoran claims she was promised 1% of profits from the film, which has earned over $100 million across three installments.
She received approximately $17,000 after "Terrifier 2" but alleges she received nothing from "Terrifier 3."
The lawsuit also cites unsafe working conditions, including being suspended upside down, leading to medical issues.
Leone and Falcone deny the allegations and intend to defend themselves in court.