The Strangler (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1964, The Strangler is a horror film directed by Burt Topper, running about 89 minutes. “Based on the terror that has shocked the nation!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An overweight lab technician with low self esteem, brought on by his dominant mother, becomes a serial killer of female nurses.
Who’s in it. The Strangler stars Victor Buono as Leo Kroll, David McLean as Lt. Frank Benson, Diane Sayer as Barbara Wells and Davey Davison as Tally Raymond, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Strangler has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Strangler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strangler tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strangler (1964)?
- In US, The Strangler is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Strangler worth watching?
- The Strangler holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Strangler?
- The Strangler stars Victor Buono, David McLean, Diane Sayer, Davey Davison and Baynes Barron.
- When was The Strangler released?
- The Strangler was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.