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GoodGoodWatch scoreSummary
A psychotic killer gets in the good graces of his aging invalid employer, and worms his way into the affection of her beautiful daughter, with unpleasant results for all.
Good for
- Friends night
- Drop-in friendly
- Thought-provoking
Skip it if
- You need an uplifting mood
Where to watch
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At a glance
Running time
1 h 32 min
Shorter than most thrillers, −12 min on the typical 104
typical 10492Half of all thrillers run 94–118 min.
Reach
To rent or buy in 2 countries
Released
1964
March 18, 1964
62 years ago
Genres
ThrillerHorrorLanguage
English
Original language
Made in
United Kingdom
Rated
- NRUnited States
What's in it
- ViolenceModerate
- Gore, disturbing imagesModerate
- Frightening scenesStrong
- Sex, nudityLittle or none
- Dark themesStrong
- Strong languageNamed in the advisories
In white: what the content advisories name. Levels from the title analysis.
Viewing guide
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-ProvokingNot listed for kids or family movie night.
Directing · 2
- Karel Reisz Director, Producer
- David Tomblin Assistant Director
Writing · 2
- Clive Exton Writer
- Emlyn Williams Theatre Play
Camera · 1
- Freddie Francis Director of Photography
Editing · 1
- Philip Barnikel Editor
Sound · 1
- Ron Grainer Original Music Composer
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