Maniac (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1963, Maniac is a thriller, crime, horror and mystery film directed by Michael Carreras, running about 86 minutes. “Stalks his wife... his daughter... their lover!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a stranger enters a quiet, country town and is seduced by a sensuous married woman he unwittingly finds himself at the centre of a storm of sexual guilt and murder.
Who’s in it. Maniac stars Kerwin Mathews as Paul Farrell, Nadia Gray as Eve Beynat, Donald Houston as Georges and Liliane Brousse as Annette Beynat, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Maniac 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 Maniac page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maniac tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maniac (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maniac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maniac worth watching?
- Maniac holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maniac?
- Maniac stars Kerwin Mathews, Nadia Gray, Donald Houston, Liliane Brousse and George Pastell.
- When was Maniac released?
- Maniac was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.