The Body Stealers (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1969, The Body Stealers is a horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Gerry Levy, running about 91 minutes. “Can the Earth survive against the aliens from outer space?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A British military paratrooper disappears in mid-air during a jump from an army plane. Two investigators, Patrick Allen and Neil Connery, try to unravel how this happened. What they uncover is an alien plot to steal the bodies of earthlings by snatching them out of the air.
Who’s in it. The Body Stealers stars George Sanders as Gen. Armstrong, Maurice Evans as Dr. Matthews / Alien, Patrick Allen as Bob Megan and Neil Connery as Jim Radford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Body Stealers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Body Stealers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Body Stealers tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Body Stealers (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Body Stealers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Body Stealers worth watching?
- The Body Stealers holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Body Stealers?
- The Body Stealers stars George Sanders, Maurice Evans, Patrick Allen, Neil Connery and Robert Flemyng.
- When was The Body Stealers released?
- The Body Stealers was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.