Hypnosis (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1962, Hypnosis is a thriller and horror film directed by Eugenio Martín, running about 83 minutes. “Shout, do not be embarrassed; the emotional tension of “Hypnosis” excuses you!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Erik, the hypnotist Georg's assistant, is in love with Magda, Georg's fiancée, and secretly sends her roses every night. Chris, the guy delivering the flowers, who is also an amateur boxer down on his luck, takes advantage of the empty dressing room to steal the trio's bankroll, but he is caught by Georg, who is knocked out by Chris during a brief struggle.
Who’s in it. Hypnosis stars Jean Sorel as Erik Stein, Eleonora Rossi Drago as Magda Berger, Götz George as Chris Kronberger and Heinz Drache as Inspector Kaufmann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Hypnosis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hypnosis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hypnosis tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hypnosis (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hypnosis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hypnosis worth watching?
- Hypnosis holds an audience score of 4.9 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 Hypnosis?
- Hypnosis stars Jean Sorel, Eleonora Rossi Drago, Götz George, Heinz Drache and Margot Trooger.
- When was Hypnosis released?
- Hypnosis was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.