Tattoo (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1981, Tattoo is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Bob Brooks, running about 103 minutes. “Every great love leaves its mark.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Karl Kinsky, an unbalanced tattoo artist, becomes obsessed with Maddy, a model he meets when he is hired to body-paint several women for a photo shoot, making the women look like they have large tattoos. As Kinsky grows more obsessed with Maddy, he becomes increasingly determined that Maddy should bear his "mark" -- forever.
Who’s in it. Tattoo stars Bruce Dern as Karl Kinsky, Maud Adams as Maddy, Leonard Frey as Halsey and Frederikke Borge as Sandra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Tattoo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tattoo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tattoo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tattoo (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tattoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tattoo worth watching?
- Tattoo holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tattoo?
- Tattoo stars Bruce Dern, Maud Adams, Leonard Frey, Frederikke Borge and John Getz.
- When was Tattoo released?
- Tattoo was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.