The Pit and the Pendulum (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1964, The Pit and the Pendulum is a drama and horror film directed by Alexandre Astruc, running about 37 minutes.
What it’s about. A haunting short version of Edgar Allan Poe's famous story about a cruel and unusual punishment inflicted on a victim of the Spanish Inquisition...
Who’s in it. The Pit and the Pendulum stars Maurice Ronet as Le condamné à mort.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Pit and the Pendulum has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pit and the Pendulum page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pit and the Pendulum tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pit and the Pendulum (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pit and the Pendulum change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pit and the Pendulum worth watching?
- The Pit and the Pendulum holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pit and the Pendulum?
- The Pit and the Pendulum stars Maurice Ronet.
- When was The Pit and the Pendulum released?
- The Pit and the Pendulum was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 37 minutes.