Witch's Cradle (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1944, Witch's Cradle is a drama and horror film directed by Maya Deren, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. Witch’s Cradle is an unfinished Maya Deren film made in the Guggenheim Gallery during a surrealist “Art of this Century” exhibit. It was assembled long after her death by staffers within the preservation department at Anthology Film Archives.
Who’s in it. Witch's Cradle stars Marcel Duchamp as The artist and Pajorita Matta as The girl.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Witch's Cradle 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 Witch's Cradle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Witch's Cradle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Witch's Cradle (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Witch's Cradle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Witch's Cradle worth watching?
- Witch's Cradle holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Witch's Cradle?
- Witch's Cradle stars Marcel Duchamp and Pajorita Matta.
- When was Witch's Cradle released?
- Witch's Cradle was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.