Pure Blood (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1982, Pure Blood is a crime, horror and mystery film directed by Luis Ospina, running about 99 minutes. “Will hit you in the vein...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Roberto Hurtado suffers from a rare disease that requires massive transfusions of blood from children or adolescents. His son blackmails three employees to get blood for him and they resort to unscrupulous methods to obtain it.

Who’s in it. Pure Blood stars Florina Lemaitre as Florencia, Carlos Mayolo as Perfecto, Humberto Arango as Ever and Gilberto Forero as Roberto Hurtado, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Pure Blood 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 Pure Blood page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pure Blood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pure Blood (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pure Blood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pure Blood worth watching?
Pure Blood holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pure Blood?
Pure Blood stars Florina Lemaitre, Carlos Mayolo, Humberto Arango, Gilberto Forero and Rita Escobar.
When was Pure Blood released?
Pure Blood was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.