Homicidal 1961
“A WORD OF WARNING! Please don't reveal the ending of this picture or your friends will kill you - IF THEY DON'T, I WILL!”
What is Homicidal?
Homicidal is a 1961 American horror and thriller film produced and directed by William Castle. The story follows a woman named Emily who checks into a hotel and offers a bellboy money for a temporary marriage, tying into the lives of a wheelchair-bound mute named Helga and siblings Miriam Webster and Warren.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1961
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 87 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 26, 1961
- Studios
- William Castle Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Homicidal is a 1961 American horror and thriller film produced and directed by William Castle. The story follows a woman named Emily who checks into a hotel and offers a bellboy money for a temporary marriage, tying into the lives of a wheelchair-bound mute named Helga and siblings Miriam Webster and Warren.
The film is noted for being produced and directed by William Castle, a filmmaker known for horror and thriller films with unique marketing tricks, and is considered by some to be one of his best works. It runs for 1 hour and 27 minutes and features a cast including Glenn Corbett, Patricia Breslin, Eugenie Leontovich, Alan Bunce, and Jean Arless.
Should you watch it?
“A mysterious woman offers a bellboy a temporary marriage, sparking a dark web of secrets.”
- It is a horror and thriller film produced and directed by William Castle.
- It features a cast including Glenn Corbett, Patricia Breslin, and Jean Arless.
- It is considered by some to be one of the best films of William Castle.
- Viewers must avoid spoilers to preserve the mystery of the ending.
Watch it if you enjoy classic horror and thriller films with mysterious premises.
The tone and pacing reflect a 1961 American horror and thriller film with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.
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Where can I stream or watch the movie?
The film is available to rent or buy on digital platforms.
Is it worth watching?
It is considered by some to be one of the best films of William Castle.
What is the runtime of the film?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Are there any viewing warnings for the film?
Viewers are warned not to reveal the ending of the picture so as not to spoil the experience for others.
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