The 10th Victim (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1965, The 10th Victim is a comedy, thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Elio Petri, running about 92 minutes. “It's the 21st century and they have a licence to kill.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the near future, big wars are avoided by giving individuals with violent tendencies a chance to kill in the Big Hunt. The Hunt is the most popular form of entertainment in the world and also attracts participants who are looking for fame and fortune. It includes ten rounds for each competitor, five as the hunter and five as the victim.
Who’s in it. The 10th Victim stars Marcello Mastroianni as Marcello Polletti, Ursula Andress as Caroline Meredith, Elsa Martinelli as Olga and Salvo Randone as Professor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The 10th Victim has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus, FilmBox+ and BFI Player Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The 10th Victim page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 10th Victim tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The 10th Victim (1965)?
- In US, The 10th Victim is available to stream on Night Flight Plus, FilmBox+ and BFI Player Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The 10th Victim worth watching?
- The 10th Victim holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The 10th Victim?
- The 10th Victim stars Marcello Mastroianni, Ursula Andress, Elsa Martinelli, Salvo Randone and Massimo Serato.
- When was The 10th Victim released?
- The 10th Victim was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.