The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1962, The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus is a horror film directed by Jesús Franco, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Jess Franco returns with another campy gore-fest featuring the strange goings-on in a tiny hamlet called Holfen. When women wind up knifed and gouged in the village, everyone thinks the deaths are due to a curse wielded by a cruel 17th century baron. Von Klaus heir Ludwig is distantly related to the royal, which makes him the target of suspicion. Can he clear his name, or will he wind up giving in to his dark side?
Who’s in it. The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus stars Howard Vernon as Max von Klaus, Hugo Blanco as Ludwig von Klaus, Gogó Rojo as Margaret and Fernando Delgado as Karl Steiner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus worth watching?
- The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus?
- The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus stars Howard Vernon, Hugo Blanco, Gogó Rojo, Fernando Delgado and Ana Castor.
- When was The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus released?
- The Sadistic Baron Von Klaus was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.