Where can I watch Frightmare (1974)?

In US, Frightmare is available to stream on FlixFling, IndieFlix and Troma NOW, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Frightmare worth watching?

Frightmare holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Frightmare?

Frightmare stars Rupert Davies, Sheila Keith, Deborah Fairfax, Paul Greenwood and Kim Butcher.

When was Frightmare released?

Frightmare was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.

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Frightmare (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 1974, Frightmare is a thriller and horror film directed by Pete Walker, running about 88 minutes. “What terrifying craving made her kill... and kill... and kill...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In 1957, Dorothy and Edmund Yates were committed to an institution for the criminally insane, she for acts of murder and cannibalism and he for covering up her crimes. Fifteen years later, they are pronounced fit for society and released. However, in Dorothy's case the doctors may have jumped the gun a bit. Edmund and eldest daughter, Jackie, try to discover just how far Mother's bloodlust has taken her. Meanwhile, youngest daughter Debbie begins to explore the crazy roots of her family tree as fully as possible.

Who’s in it. Frightmare stars Rupert Davies as Edmund Yates, Sheila Keith as Dorothy Yates, Deborah Fairfax as Jackie and Paul Greenwood as Graham Heller, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Frightmare has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling, IndieFlix, Troma NOW and IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, FlixFling and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frightmare page.

If you liked it. Fans of Frightmare tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Frightmare (1974)?: In US, Frightmare is available to stream on FlixFling, IndieFlix and Troma NOW, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Frightmare worth watching?: Frightmare holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Frightmare?: Frightmare stars Rupert Davies, Sheila Keith, Deborah Fairfax, Paul Greenwood and Kim Butcher.
When was Frightmare released?: Frightmare was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.