Three on a Meathook (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1972, Three on a Meathook is a horror film directed by William Girdler, running about 77 minutes. “A Padlocked Shed, Hooks of Cold Steel -- a Maniac on the loose” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four girls go on a romping weekend at a lake, and have car problems on the way home. A nice local boy takes them back to his farm, where he lives with his father. Something ghastly happens, but the father helps his son as he has in the past. When the boy meets a girl and begins falling in love, the father worries about a repeat performance.
Who’s in it. Three on a Meathook stars Charles Kissinger as Pa Townsend, James Carroll Pickett as Billy Townsend (as James Pickett), Sherry Steiner as Sherry and Madelyn Buzzard as Becky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, Three on a Meathook has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three on a Meathook page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three on a Meathook tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three on a Meathook (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three on a Meathook change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Three on a Meathook worth watching?
- Three on a Meathook holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Three on a Meathook?
- Three on a Meathook stars Charles Kissinger, James Carroll Pickett , Sherry Steiner, Madelyn Buzzard and Linda Thompson.
- When was Three on a Meathook released?
- Three on a Meathook was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.