Buried Alive (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1990, Buried Alive is a thriller, horror and tv movie film directed by Frank Darabont, running about 93 minutes. “She planned on her husband's death. But not on his coming back for revenge.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A married woman and her lover plot to kill her husband to make off with the insurance money. However, their attempt to murder him using poisonous fish toxins backfires in surprising ways.
Who’s in it. Buried Alive stars Tim Matheson as Clint Goodman, Jennifer Jason Leigh as Joanna Goodman, William Atherton as Cortland "Cort" van Owen and Hoyt Axton as Sheriff Sam Eberly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Buried Alive 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 Buried Alive page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buried Alive tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buried Alive (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buried Alive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buried Alive worth watching?
- Buried Alive holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buried Alive?
- Buried Alive stars Tim Matheson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, William Atherton, Hoyt Axton and Jay Gerber.
- When was Buried Alive released?
- Buried Alive was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.