Madness (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1971, Madness is a thriller and horror film directed by Cesare Rau, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of young adults go to a remote villa to do drugs and party, little realizing a woman-hating serial killer who's just escaped from an asylum is hiding out there.
Who’s in it. Madness stars Thomas Hunter, Benjamin Lev, Francesca Romana Coluzzi and Merlene Mayer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Madness has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Madness page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madness tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madness (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madness worth watching?
- Madness holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madness?
- Madness stars Thomas Hunter, Benjamin Lev, Francesca Romana Coluzzi, Merlene Mayer and Guido Mannari.
- When was Madness released?
- Madness was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.