Thriller: A Cruel Picture (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1973, Thriller: A Cruel Picture is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Bo Arne Vibenius, running about 104 minutes. “The movie that has no limits of evil!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young woman, muted after a sexual assault as a child, is trained to seek violent revenge on those who have wronged her after being kidnapped and forced to work as a prostitute.

Who’s in it. Thriller: A Cruel Picture stars Christina Lindberg as Frigga / Madeleine / One Eye, Heinz Hopf as Tony, Despina Tomazani as Lip-stick lesbian and Per-Axel Arosenius as Frigga's Father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Thriller: A Cruel Picture 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 Thriller: A Cruel Picture page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thriller: A Cruel Picture tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thriller: A Cruel Picture (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thriller: A Cruel Picture change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Thriller: A Cruel Picture worth watching?
Thriller: A Cruel Picture holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Thriller: A Cruel Picture?
Thriller: A Cruel Picture stars Christina Lindberg, Heinz Hopf, Despina Tomazani, Per-Axel Arosenius and Solveig Andersson.
When was Thriller: A Cruel Picture released?
Thriller: A Cruel Picture was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.