Carnal Circuit (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 4.5

Carnal Circuit poster

Released in 1969, Carnal Circuit is a crime and horror film directed by Alberto De Martino, running about 99 minutes. “Today's male and female cannibals at work and play!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. We follow the Journal reporter Paulo whose close friend mysteriously been taken out of the way and it's now up to Paulo to figure out who the culprits are. The film is set in a drug-scented and "swinging" Los Angeles, where orgies and violence seem to be commonplace, and it soon appears that Paulo is on someone's hit list.

Who’s in it. Carnal Circuit stars Dorothy Malone as Vanessa Brighton, Robert Hoffmann as Paolo Sartori, Luciana Paluzzi as Mary Sullivan and Frank Wolff as Frank Donovan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Carnal Circuit has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Carnal Circuit page.

If you liked it. Fans of Carnal Circuit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Carnal Circuit (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carnal Circuit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Carnal Circuit worth watching?
Carnal Circuit holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Carnal Circuit?
Carnal Circuit stars Dorothy Malone, Robert Hoffmann, Luciana Paluzzi, Frank Wolff and John Ireland.
When was Carnal Circuit released?
Carnal Circuit was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.