Kemek (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1970, Kemek is a thriller film directed by Theodore Gershuny, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A wealthy, eccentric chemical company owner sends his woman to get an American writer to take a mind control drug, Kemek, to verify its potential. She accomplishes her mission, but falls totally in love with the writer. The chemical magnate, satisfied with the results of the test, rewards her with murder, just as she is about to flee to Naples with her new lover. Her ex-husband and a private detective track the killer behind it all to a remote hideaway to unravel the solution.
Who’s in it. Kemek stars Alexandra Stewart as Marisa Love, David Hedison as Nick Burns, Mary Woronov as Mary Wonderly and Helmuth Schneider as Paul, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Kemek has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kemek page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kemek tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kemek (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kemek change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kemek worth watching?
- Kemek holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kemek?
- Kemek stars Alexandra Stewart, David Hedison, Mary Woronov, Helmuth Schneider and Herbert Weißbach.
- When was Kemek released?
- Kemek was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.