Five Dolls for an August Moon (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1970, Five Dolls for an August Moon is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Mario Bava, running about 82 minutes. “The Island of Terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wealthy playboy gathers a group of bourgeois friends at his isolated beach house for a weekend of relaxation. When bodies start pilling up, they realize they’re trapped with a killer in their midst, sending them in a frenzy to figure out who amongst them is killing the others before they are killed next.
Who’s in it. Five Dolls for an August Moon stars Ira von Fürstenberg as Trudy Farrell, Edwige Fenech as Marie Chaney, Howard Ross as Jack Davidson and Helena Ronee as Peggy Davidson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Five Dolls for an August Moon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Five Dolls for an August Moon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Five Dolls for an August Moon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Five Dolls for an August Moon (1970)?
- In US, Five Dolls for an August Moon is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Five Dolls for an August Moon worth watching?
- Five Dolls for an August Moon holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Five Dolls for an August Moon?
- Five Dolls for an August Moon stars Ira von Fürstenberg, Edwige Fenech, Howard Ross, Helena Ronee and Teodoro Corrà.
- When was Five Dolls for an August Moon released?
- Five Dolls for an August Moon was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.