The Pit (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1962, The Pit is a horror film directed by Edward Abraham, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. Experimental gothic short, adapted from Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Pit and the Pendulum'.
Who’s in it. The Pit stars Brian Peck as The Prisoner, Burt Letts as Chief Inquisitor and Dave Lloyd as Chief Inquisitor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Pit sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pit tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pit (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pit worth watching?
- The Pit holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Pit?
- The Pit stars Brian Peck, Burt Letts and Dave Lloyd.
- When was The Pit released?
- The Pit was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.