Stigma (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1972, Stigma is a drama film directed by David E. Durston, running about 93 minutes. “The curse that begins with a kiss.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A black doctor ex-convict returns to the all-white town he knows as home and discovers a deadly disease threatening the citizens. He must fight prejudice and time if he is to save the town.
Who’s in it. Stigma stars Philip Michael Thomas as Dr. Calvin Crosse, Harlan Cary Poe as Bill Waco, Josie Johnson as D.D. Whitehead and Peter H. Clune as Sheriff Whitehead, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Stigma has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stigma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stigma tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stigma (1972)?
- In US, Stigma is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Stigma worth watching?
- Stigma holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Stigma?
- Stigma stars Philip Michael Thomas, Harlan Cary Poe, Josie Johnson, Peter H. Clune and William Magerman.