Disturbed (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 4.8

Released in 1990, Disturbed is a thriller and horror film directed by Charles Winkler, running about 96 minutes. “The Doctor is in... but out of his mind!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 10 years ago the perverse Dr. Russell couldn't resist the beauty of a young patient in his mental clinic and raped her one night. When she plunged herself from the roof shortly after, he described it as consequence of her heavy depressions. Now the same urge overcomes him with his new patient Sandy. He doesn't know that she's the daughter of his previous victim and that she's come for revenge.
Who’s in it. Disturbed stars Malcolm McDowell as Dr. Derrick Russell, Geoffrey Lewis as Michael Kahn, Priscilla Pointer as Sr. Francine and Pamela Gidley as Sandy Ramirez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Disturbed has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Disturbed page.
If you liked it. Fans of Disturbed tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Disturbed (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Disturbed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Disturbed worth watching?
- Disturbed holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Disturbed?
- Disturbed stars Malcolm McDowell, Geoffrey Lewis, Priscilla Pointer, Pamela Gidley and Irwin Keyes.
- When was Disturbed released?
- Disturbed was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.
