The Sadist 1963
“A human volcano of unpredictable terror!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Director
- James Landis
- Network
- Fairway International Pictures
- Where to Stream
- Philo, Fandor, Night Flight Plus
What is The Sadist?
Topic: Film "The Sadist" (1963). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1963
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1963
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Fairway International Pictures
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 58 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~92 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Fairway International Pictures
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Topic: Film "The Sadist" (1963).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The Sadist (also known as Profile of Terror and Sweet Baby Charlie).
Year: 1963.
Genre: Horror and Thriller / American thriller film.
Director/Writer: James Landis.
Star: Arch Hall, Jr. (as a psychopathic spree killer patterned after Charles Starkweather).
Plot: Three people driving into Los Angeles for a Dodgers game have car trouble and pull off into an old wrecking yard where they are held at bay by a bloodthirsty psycho and his crazy girlfriend. The killer takes a trio of hostages at a junkyard.
Runtime: 1h 32m.
Release Date: 04/01/1963 (US).
Rating: NR.
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The Sadist is a 1963 American thriller film. Also known by the titles Profile of Terror and Sweet Baby Charlie, the movie was written and directed by James Land
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“A gripping exploration of horror and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch The Sadist online?
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Is The Sadist worth watching?
The Sadist holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 58 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Sadist and when was it released?
The Sadist is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1963. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Sadist?
The Sadist was directed by James Landis.
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