Frenzy 1972
“Just an ordinary necktie used with a deadly new twist.”
What is Frenzy?
Frenzy is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Horror.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- May 25, 1972
- Studios
- Universal Pictures UK
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Horror
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Overview
Frenzy is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures UK. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A desperate man flees London to clear his name while a necktie-wielding killer stalks the city.”
- Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, showcasing his late‑career style.
- Atmospheric London setting with tense cat‑and‑mouse chase.
- Notable for being more graphic than his earlier works.
- Its graphic violence may unsettle some viewers.
- Pacing reflects 1970s thriller conventions, which may feel slower today.
Watch it if you enjoy classic suspense with a darker, more graphic edge.
The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it unsuitable for younger audiences.
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Who directed Frenzy?
Frenzy was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
When was Frenzy released?
The film was released in the United States on June 21, 1972.
What genre does Frenzy belong to?
It is classified as a crime, thriller, and horror film.
Was Frenzy shown at the Cannes Film Festival?
Yes, it was screened at the 1972 Cannes Film Festival but was not entered into the main competition.
How does Frenzy compare to Hitchcock’s earlier films in terms of violence?
According to critics, Frenzy is more graphic and shocking than any of Hitchcock’s previous movies.
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