The Red Headed Corpse (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1972, The Red Headed Corpse is a horror film directed by Renzo Russo, running about 82 minutes. “The Bizarre Story of a Man Possessed by Two Women, One Real and One...?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An alcoholic artist, who may in fact have been driven to murder, seeks inspiration from a mannequin.
Who’s in it. The Red Headed Corpse stars Farley Granger as John Ward, Erika Blanc as The Sensuous Doll, Krista Nell as The Subservient Doll and Ivana Novak as Mala, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Red Headed Corpse has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Headed Corpse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Headed Corpse tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Headed Corpse (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Headed Corpse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Headed Corpse worth watching?
- The Red Headed Corpse holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Red Headed Corpse?
- The Red Headed Corpse stars Farley Granger, Erika Blanc, Krista Nell, Ivana Novak and Venantino Venantini.
- When was The Red Headed Corpse released?
- The Red Headed Corpse was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.