Dr. Crippen (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1963, Dr. Crippen is a drama, crime and horror film directed by Robert Lynn, running about 98 minutes. “The crime of the century! Was he really guilty?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A British physician stands trial for murdering his wife after he and his mistress are captured while fleeing to Canada.
Who’s in it. Dr. Crippen stars Donald Pleasence as Dr. Hawley Harvey Crippen, Coral Browne as Belle Crippen, Samantha Eggar as Ethel Le Neve and Donald Wolfit as R.D. Muir (as Sir Donald Wolfit), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Dr. Crippen 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 Dr. Crippen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dr. Crippen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dr. Crippen (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dr. Crippen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dr. Crippen worth watching?
- Dr. Crippen holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dr. Crippen?
- Dr. Crippen stars Donald Pleasence, Coral Browne, Samantha Eggar, Donald Wolfit and James Robertson Justice.
- When was Dr. Crippen released?
- Dr. Crippen was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.