The Fantasist (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1986, The Fantasist is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Robin Hardy, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A young Dublin woman is stalked by a telephone charmer who poses victims nude and then stabs them.
Who’s in it. The Fantasist stars Moira Sinise as Patricia Teeling, Christopher Cazenove as Inspector McMyler, Timothy Bottoms as Danny Sullivan and John Kavanagh as Robert Foxley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Fantasist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fantasist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fantasist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fantasist (1986)?
- In US, The Fantasist is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fantasist worth watching?
- The Fantasist holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fantasist?
- The Fantasist stars Moira Sinise, Christopher Cazenove, Timothy Bottoms, John Kavanagh and Mick Lally.
- When was The Fantasist released?
- The Fantasist was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.