Blood and Roses (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1960, Blood and Roses is a horror and romance film directed by Roger Vadim, running about 79 minutes. “Ghoul or Girl?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The spirit of a vengeful female vampire is released from her grave and possesses a wealthy young woman of nobility, who preys on other women in her village.
Who’s in it. Blood and Roses stars Elsa Martinelli as Georgia Monteverdi, Mel Ferrer as Leopoldo De Karnstein, Alberto Bonucci as Carlo Ruggieri and René-Jean Chauffard as Dr. Verari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Blood and Roses 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 Blood and Roses page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blood and Roses tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blood and Roses (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blood and Roses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blood and Roses worth watching?
- Blood and Roses holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blood and Roses?
- Blood and Roses stars Elsa Martinelli, Mel Ferrer, Alberto Bonucci, René-Jean Chauffard and Gabriella Farinon.
- When was Blood and Roses released?
- Blood and Roses was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.