Demented (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 3.4
Released in 1980, Demented is a thriller, crime and horror film directed by Arthur Jeffreys, running about 87 minutes. “Revenge is sweet... and deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman is gang-raped in a horse's stable, and even though the rapists are caught and imprisoned, she is harassed many moons later by ghastly visions of her tormentors, while her husband philanders and every little thing frightens her out of her wits.
Who’s in it. Demented stars Sallee Young as Linda Rodgers (as Sallee Elyse), Harry Reems as Matt Rodgers, Deborah Alter as Annie and Kathryn Clayton as Carol, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.4/10, Demented has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Demented page.
If you liked it. Fans of Demented tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Demented (1980)?
- In US, Demented is available to stream on fuboTV, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Demented worth watching?
- Demented holds an audience score of 3.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Demented?
- Demented stars Sallee Young, Harry Reems, Deborah Alter, Kathryn Clayton and Bryan Charles.
- When was Demented released?
- Demented was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.