5.0
Where can I stream The Howl legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
The Howl
1970·Movie
The Howl fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Coming of Age5
- Romance4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor6
World
Fantasy and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Complexity7
- Non-linear Narrative7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighFantasy and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Surrealism10Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Psychedelic9Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A young bride flees the ceremony with a stranger and, together, they set off on an epic journey though increasingly bizarre lands. They encounter talking animals and mournful exhibitionists, converse with a discoursing rock, journey through a surrealist's psychedelic hotel, instigate a prison riot, escape from naked cannibals living in a tree, and battle a wind-up midget dictator!
Avant-GardeSurrealist FantasyCult FilmExperimental CinemaPsychedelicBizarre JourneyItalian CinemaArt HouseEccentric Characters
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like The Howl
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: The Howl
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Howl
The Howl1970
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Naked Lunch (1991)Mind Game (2004)Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970)Satyricon (1969)Wendell & Wild (2022)The Holy Mountain (1973)Tokyo! (2008)The Company of Wolves (1984)Survive Style 5+ (2004)Cemetery Man (1994)Holy Motors (2012)Dorohedoro (2020)Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)Brand New Cherry Flavor (2021)The Phantom of Liberty (1974)Doom Patrol (2019)Preacher (2016)Alice (1988)MirrorMask (2005)The Lair of the White Worm (1988)Dave Made a Maze (2017)Rick and Morty (2013)Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983)Daisies (1966)The Man Who Killed Don Quixote (2018)Altered States (1980)Freaked (1993)Enter the Void (2010)FLCL (2000)The Science of Sleep (2006)Tommy (1975)The Happiness of the Katakuris (2002)Soul Eater (2008)The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981)Sorry to Bother You (2018)Paprika (2006)House (1977)Orpheus (1950)Together (2025)Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)A Town Called Panic (2009)Juliet of the Spirits (1965)Buddy (2026)Bubba Ho-tep (2002)Taxidermia (2006)Poor Things (2023)Colossal (2017)The Venture Bros. (2004)The Boys Presents: Diabolical (2022)Underground (1995)American Gods (2017)Kill la Kill (2013)Swiss Army Man (2016)Day Watch (2006)Girl from Nowhere (2018)Annette (2021)The Midnight Gospel (2020)Legion (2017)The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie (1972)Wizards (1977)Fantastic Planet (1973)The Umbrella Academy (2019)Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (2016)Oficina do Diabo (2025)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Howl
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Howl worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Howl rated?
NuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Howl?
1 h 33 min
The Howl runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Howl in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.