Craze 1974
“WHERE BLACK MAGIC EXPLODES INTO MURDER!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Director
- Freddie Francis
- Network
- Harbour Productions
- Where to Stream
- Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV
What is Craze?
Topic: Film "Craze" (1974). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- May 16, 1974
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Harbour Productions
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 22 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Harbour Productions
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Topic: Film "Craze" (1974).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: Craze.
Year: 1974.
Genre: Horror, Thriller.
Director: Freddie Francis.
Writer(s): Herman Cohen and Aben Kandel.
Based on: 1967 novel The Infernal Idol by Henry Seymour.
Cast: Jack Palance (Neal Mottram), Diana Dors (Dolly Newman), Julie Ege (Helena), Edith Evans (Aunt Loui).
Production Note: Last film produced by Herman Cohen.
Plot: A demented art dealer and antique shop owner performs nightly rituals in honour of the African god Chuku. He believes Chuku will reward him with unimaginable wealth and power if he offers human sacrifice. The dealer leads a pagan cult to worship an African idol and begins sacrificing women to his deity.
Runtime: 1h 36m.
Rating: R.
Release Date (US): 06/02/19
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of horror and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Craze worth watching?
Craze holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Craze and when was it released?
Craze is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 1974. Release status: Released.
Who directed Craze?
Craze was directed by Freddie Francis.
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