Martha (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1974, Martha is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, running about 116 minutes. “A bond marked by fear!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha is caught in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with a monstrous husband whom she begins to suspect may be trying to murder her.
Who’s in it. Martha stars Karlheinz Böhm as Helmut, Margit Carstensen as Martha, Barbara Valentin as Marianne and Peter Chatel as Kaiser, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Martha has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Martha page.
If you liked it. Fans of Martha tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Martha (1974)?
- In US, Martha is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Martha worth watching?
- Martha holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Martha?
- Martha stars Karlheinz Böhm, Margit Carstensen, Barbara Valentin, Peter Chatel and Gisela Fackeldey.
- When was Martha released?
- Martha was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.