---
title: "The Pit and the Pendulum"
year: 1961
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-pit-and-the-pendulum-1961"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 28501
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 80
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Pit and the Pendulum (1961) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-pit-and-the-pendulum-1961

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Pit and the Pendulum is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Horror, Mystery, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Alta Vista Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-pit-and-the-pendulum-1961#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Roger Corman
- **Networks / Studios**: Alta Vista Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Vincent Price** as *Nicholas Medina / Sebastian Medina*
- **John Kerr** as *Francis Barnard*
- **Barbara Steele** as *Elizabeth Barnard Medina*
- **Luana Anders** as *Catherine Medina*
- **Antony Carbone** as *Doctor Leon*
- **Patrick Westwood** as *Maximillian*
- **Lynette Bernay** as *Maria*
- **Mary Menzies** as *Isabella*
- **Charles Victor** as *Bartolome*
- **Larry Turner** as *Young Nicholas*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I watch The Pit and the Pendulum?
Streaming availability for The Pit and the Pendulum varies by region and platform licensing. Use our live availability tracker above to check direct streaming, rental, or purchase links across major verified platforms.

### Q: Is The Pit and the Pendulum worth watching?
The Pit and the Pendulum holds a community rating of 6.9/10. It offers engaging Horror, Mystery for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Pit and the Pendulum and when was it released?
The Pit and the Pendulum is a feature film with a runtime of 80 minutes. It was released in 1961. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Pit and the Pendulum?
The Pit and the Pendulum was directed by Roger Corman.

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