The film was followed by a very loose sequel named Cheerleader Massacre 2 in 2009.
Brinke Stevens plays Linda, a role she originated in The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) 21 years earlier. Stock footage from the original Slumber Party Massacre is implemented into this film to recap her catastrophic occurrence.
Melissa Brasselle, who plays Detective DeMarco, is the daughter of singer Arlene DeMarco and often goes by the name DeMarco in real life.
The DVD was released on March 25, 2003. The special features include trailers, actor bios, audio commentaries, and a making of featurette.