Rasputin: The Mad Monk (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1966, Rasputin: The Mad Monk is a drama and horror film directed by Don Sharp, running about 91 minutes. “Ladies' Man - And Lady Killer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rasputin, a crazed and debauched monk wreaks havoc at the local inn one night, chopping off the hand of one of the drinkers. As the bitter locals plan their revenge, the evil Rasputin works his power over the beautiful women who serve at the Tsar's palace. Even the Tsarina herself is seduced by his evil ways and, as his influence begins to dominate government policy, there is only one course of action left... to destroy him before he destroys them all.
Who’s in it. Rasputin: The Mad Monk stars Christopher Lee as Grigori Rasputin, Barbara Shelley as Sonia, Richard Pasco as Dr. Zargo and Francis Matthews as Ivan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Rasputin: The Mad Monk has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HISTORY Vault Apple TV Channel and HISTORY Vault Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rasputin: The Mad Monk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rasputin: The Mad Monk tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rasputin: The Mad Monk (1966)?
- In US, Rasputin: The Mad Monk is available to stream on HISTORY Vault Apple TV Channel and HISTORY Vault Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rasputin: The Mad Monk worth watching?
- Rasputin: The Mad Monk holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rasputin: The Mad Monk?
- Rasputin: The Mad Monk stars Christopher Lee, Barbara Shelley, Richard Pasco, Francis Matthews and Suzan Farmer.
- When was Rasputin: The Mad Monk released?
- Rasputin: The Mad Monk was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.