The Transgressor (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1974, The Transgressor is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Norifumi Suzuki, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. After the mysterious death of her mother, Maya takes religious vows to find out what terrible things happened to her mother inside the Sacred Heart Convent. As soon as the door closes to the nunnery, the nuns start torturing her. She also has to deal with a lecherous archbishops and a lesbian mother superior.
Who’s in it. The Transgressor stars Yumi Takigawa as Maya Takigawa, Emiko Yamauchi as Matsuko Ishida, Yayoi Watanabe as Hisako Kitano and Ryouko Ima as Natarii Guriin (Natalie Green), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Transgressor 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 Transgressor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Transgressor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Transgressor (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Transgressor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Transgressor worth watching?
- The Transgressor holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Transgressor?
- The Transgressor stars Yumi Takigawa, Emiko Yamauchi, Yayoi Watanabe, Ryouko Ima and Hachiro Tako.
- When was The Transgressor released?
- The Transgressor was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.