Taste of Fear (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1961, Taste of Fear is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Seth Holt, running about 82 minutes. “For maximum thrill . . . we earnestly urge you to see this motion picture from the start!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wheelchair-bound young girl returns to her father's estate after ten years, and although she's told he's away, she keeps seeing his dead body on the estate.
Who’s in it. Taste of Fear stars Susan Strasberg as Penny Appleby, Ronald Lewis as Robert, Ann Todd as Jane Appleby and Christopher Lee as Doctor Pierre Gerrard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Taste of Fear has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Taste of Fear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Taste of Fear tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Taste of Fear (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taste of Fear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Taste of Fear worth watching?
- Taste of Fear holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Taste of Fear?
- Taste of Fear stars Susan Strasberg, Ronald Lewis, Ann Todd, Christopher Lee and John Serret.
- When was Taste of Fear released?
- Taste of Fear was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.