Dr. Shagetz (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film
Released in 1975, Dr. Shagetz is a horror film directed by Peter S. Traynor , running about 88 minutes. “Meet Dr. Shagetz, a terrifying medical genius” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Passing through a small town, two young hippie couples stumble upon a town where the old folks all act strange and even stranger things are happening at the local clinic. Filming was completed in 1973 but this original version of the film was barely released two years later under several different titles. It was shot as God Bless Grandpa and Grandma but posters were made for the titles Dr. Shagetz and God Bless Dr. Shagetz, with the "Bless" crossed over and replaced with "Damn."
Who’s in it. Dr. Shagetz stars James Keach as Christopher Fuller, Michele Marsh as Julie, Robert Walker Jr. as Mike Segal and Doria Cook-Nelson as Linda, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dr. Shagetz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dr. Shagetz tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dr. Shagetz (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dr. Shagetz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Dr. Shagetz?
- Dr. Shagetz stars James Keach, Michele Marsh, Robert Walker Jr., Doria Cook-Nelson and Dean Jagger.
- When was Dr. Shagetz released?
- Dr. Shagetz was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.