The Beast Must Die 1974
“One of these eight people will turn into a werewolf. Can you guess who it is when we stop the film for the WEREWOLF BREAK? See it ... solve it ... but don't tell!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Director
- Paul Annett
- Networks
- Amicus Productions, British Lion Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel
What is The Beast Must Die?
The Beast Must Die is a horror and mystery film released in the United States on April 1, 1974. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and holds a PG rating.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1974
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Amicus Productions, British Lion Films
- Genres
- Horror, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.5/10 from 90 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Amicus Productions, British Lion Films
Where to watch in United States
Stream
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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Franatic Amazon ChannelWith ads
NetzkinoRent
Amazon VideoBuy
Amazon VideoStream
FilminStream
Amazon Prime VideoStream
Amazon Prime Video
Philo
AMC Plus Apple TV channel
AMC+
Fandor Amazon Channel
Midnight PulpAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
Cineverse Amazon ChannelFree
Hoopla
FawesomeWith ads
The Roku Channel
Pluto TV
Shout! Factory TV
Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads
Cineverse
Tubi TV
Amazon MX PlayerRent
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeBuy
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Overview
The Beast Must Die is a horror and mystery film released in the United States on April 1, 1974. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and holds a PG rating. The screenplay for the film was written by Michael Winder, and it was based on the 1950 short story titled There Shall Be No Darkness by James Blish, which was originally published in Thrilling Wonder Stories. The plot centers on a wealthy big game hunter named Tom Newcliffe, who has tracked and killed practically every type of animal in the world, though one creature still evades him, which is the biggest game of all: a werewolf. The story presents a mystery where one of eight people will turn into a werewolf, challenging viewers to guess who it is when the film stops. Additional characters involved in the story include Dr. Christopher Lundgren and Arthur Bennington.
Should you watch it?
“A wealthy hunter invites guests to his estate to identify which one of them is a werewolf.”
- Features a unique interactive premise that challenges the viewer to identify the monster.
- Blends traditional horror tropes with the structure of a classic mystery.
- Provides a distinct 1970s atmospheric experience within the horror genre.
- The interactive gimmick may feel dated or intrusive to modern viewers.
Watch it if you enjoy interactive mysteries that invite the audience to solve the puzzle alongside the characters.
The film maintains a suspenseful, investigative tone with a steady pace suited for fans of classic horror-mysteries.
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Where can I stream The Beast Must Die?
Streaming availability varies by region, so check local platforms via The Movie Database for current options.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of 1970s horror who appreciate unique, interactive storytelling gimmicks.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes.
Is this a television series?
No, it is a feature-length film released in 1974.
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