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Victim

1961·Movie
1h 41min·NR
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Crime, mystery, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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A Scorching Drama of the Most Un-talked About Subject Of Our Time!

A web of blackmail and murder attracts the attention of a barrister with a seemingly idyllic life, threatening to derail his career on the path of success.
British NoirHomosexuality Under ScrutinyBlackmail and MurderRepression and SecretsIntense DramaSocial CommentaryPsychological ThrillerClass and PowerRiveting Courtroom Scenes

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Victim legally?

Victim is included with a subscription to TCM and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Victim worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Victim rated?

NRSexual contentStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is Victim?

1 h 41 min

Victim runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Victim?

Critics93
Audiences81

Not quite. Critics rate Victim higher (93) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Victim in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Victim?

10AUCAESGBIEITNZSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Victim in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.