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Something Weird (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 4.4

Something Weird poster

Released in 1967, Something Weird is a horror film directed by Herschell Gordon Lewis, running about 80 minutes. “a boiling, bizarre tale of a mad love that crashes through the supernatural!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An accident victim makes a deal with a particularly hideous witch, in which he receives extraordinary ESP powers. He uses these powers to help the police solve crimes.

Who’s in it. Something Weird stars Tony McCabe as Cronin "Mitch" Mitchell, Elizabeth Wilkinson as Ellen Parker, Elizabeth Lee as Ellen Parker and William Brooker as Dr. Alex Jordan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Something Weird has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cultpix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something Weird page.

If you liked it. Fans of Something Weird tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Something Weird (1967)?
In US, Something Weird is available to stream on Cultpix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Something Weird worth watching?
Something Weird holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Something Weird?
Something Weird stars Tony McCabe, Elizabeth Wilkinson, Elizabeth Lee, William Brooker and Mudite Arums.
When was Something Weird released?
Something Weird was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.