---
title: "Scared to Death"
year: 1958
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/scared-to-death-1958"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 79105
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Scared to Death (1958) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/scared-to-death-1958

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Scared to Death is a 1958 feature film from Mexico directed with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. The story centers on a young woman who hires Viruta y Capulina to track down a notorious jewel thief known as Rostov.

The film encompasses multiple genres including comedy, crime, mystery, and horror. It provides viewers with a mid-century cinematic experience featuring its lead comedic duo attempting to solve a criminal case.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young woman hires Viruta y Capulina to find a notorious jewel thief named Rostov."

### Why Watch
- Features a search for a notorious jewel thief known as Rostov.
- Stars Viruta y Capulina hired by a young woman.
- Combines comedy, crime, mystery, and horror elements.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The provided text contains limited plot details beyond the basic premise.
- Tone & Suitability: The film combines comedy, crime, mystery, and horror elements with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #comedy, #crime, #mystery, #horror, #jewel-thief, #feature-film

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/scared-to-death-1958#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jaime Salvador
- **Networks / Studios**: Filmadora Chapultepec

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kitty de Hoyos** as *Alma*
- **Gaspar Henaine** as *Capulina*
- **Marco Antonio Campos** as *Viruta*
- **Carlos Agostí** as *Carlos*
- **José Jasso** as *Chief of detectives*
- **Francisco Jambrina** as *Col.*
- **Sara Guasch** as *Doña Tina*
- **Roberto Meyer** as *Medical Examiner*
- **Margarita Villegas** as *Rosario*
- **Guillermo Hernández** as *Martial arts master*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Scared to Death?
Streaming availability is indicated on its TMDB page under the watch now section.

### Q: Is it worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy the comedic pairing of Viruta y Capulina in a mystery setting.

### Q: What is the runtime or binge duration?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Scared to Death is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Scared to Death — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/79105)
- [Scared to Death (1947) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/14456-scared-to-death/prehled/)
- [Scared to Death (1947) Film, Titulky ke stažení, Recenze ČSFD…](https://osobnosti.najdise.cz/scared-to-death-film-titulky-recenze-csfd-13569)
- [Scared to Death 44% (1980) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/205327-scared-to-death)

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