The Living Head (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1963, The Living Head is a horror film directed by Chano Urueta, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of archaeologists break into the tomb of an ancient Aztec general, arousing the warrior's head and sending his undead servant out to take revenge on the careless scientists.
Who’s in it. The Living Head stars Mauricio Garcés as Roberto / Acatl, Ana Luisa Peluffo as Marta / Xochiquétzal, Abel Salazar as Inspector Toledo and Germán Robles as Professor Muller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Living Head 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 Living Head page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Living Head tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Living Head (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Living Head change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Living Head worth watching?
- The Living Head holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Living Head?
- The Living Head stars Mauricio Garcés, Ana Luisa Peluffo, Abel Salazar, Germán Robles and Guillermo Cramer.
- When was The Living Head released?
- The Living Head was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.