Ed Gein killed at least 3 people:
1. Mary Hogan (1954)
2. Bernice Worden (1957)
3. Unidentified woman (found in his house)
Movies:
Several movies have been inspired by the life and crimes of Ed Gein. Some of the notable ones include:
1. Psycho (1960): Although not directly based on Gein's case, the film's main antagonist, Norman Bates, shares some similarities with Gein, such as his obsession with his mother and his penchant for taxidermy.
2. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974): This horror classic was loosely inspired by Gein's crimes, particularly his use of human skin to create masks and other items.
3. Deranged (1974): This exploitation horror film is more explicitly based on Gein's case and follows a serial killer who murders women and uses their body parts to create furniture and other household items.
4. Ed Gein (2000): This biographical film attempts to provide a psychological profile of Gein and explores his upbringing, mental state, and the events leading up to his crimes.
5. In the Light of the Moon (2000): Another biographical film that focuses on Gein's early life, his relationship with his mother, and the development of his psychopathic tendencies.
6. American Psycho (2000): While not directly related to Gein, this film's main character, Patrick Bateman, is a serial killer who exhibits many of the same traits and behaviors as Gein, including a fascination with human skin and a lack of empathy.