The Awful Dr. Orlof (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1962, The Awful Dr. Orlof is a thriller and horror film directed by Jesús Franco, running about 90 minutes. “You'll get an insight into the face of terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Orlof, a former prison doctor, abducts beautiful women from nightclubs to use their skin to repair his daughter's fire-scarred face. He is assisted by Morpho, a deformed monstrosity who delights in biting his victims. Orlof had better hurry, though -- a young police inspector and his ballerina girlfriend are onto his sadistic practices.
Who’s in it. The Awful Dr. Orlof stars Conrado San Martín as Inspector Tanner, Diana Lorys as Wanda Bronsky / Melissa, Howard Vernon as Dr. Orloff and Perla Cristal as Arne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Awful Dr. Orlof 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 The Awful Dr. Orlof page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Awful Dr. Orlof tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Awful Dr. Orlof (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Awful Dr. Orlof change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Awful Dr. Orlof worth watching?
- The Awful Dr. Orlof holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Awful Dr. Orlof?
- The Awful Dr. Orlof stars Conrado San Martín, Diana Lorys, Howard Vernon, Perla Cristal and María Silva.
- When was The Awful Dr. Orlof released?
- The Awful Dr. Orlof was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.