Necrophagus (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1971, Necrophagus is a horror film directed by Miguel Madrid, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Dead beings and a bloodsucking lizard-man populate this atmospheric and bizarre European gothic shocker! A scientist conducts strange experiments on the transmutation of human cells, which involves hibernating bodies and pumping chemicals into the bloodstream. One night he decides to perform these tests on himself and winds up buried in the local cemetery. When he returns to consciousness, the results will leave you screaming!
Who’s in it. Necrophagus stars Bill Curran as Michael Sherrington, Catherine Ellison as Lady Anne (as Catharine Ellison), John Clark as Inspector Harrison and María Paz Madrid as Barbara (as Yocasta Grey), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Necrophagus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Necrophagus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Necrophagus tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Necrophagus (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Necrophagus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Necrophagus worth watching?
- Necrophagus holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Necrophagus?
- Necrophagus stars Bill Curran, Catherine Ellison, John Clark, María Paz Madrid and Marisa Shiero.
- When was Necrophagus released?
- Necrophagus was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.