The Fiend (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1972, The Fiend is a horror film directed by Robert Hartford-Davis, running about 92 minutes. “It's a Sickness of the Soul!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Led by a sinister minister, a controlling religious sect called the Brethren has taken control of widow Birdy Wemys, sending her unstable son, Kenny, into a spiraling descent into madness and murder. No woman is safe when Kenny's religious mania overpowers him and leads to a rampage of carnage and chaos!
Who’s in it. The Fiend stars Ann Todd as Birdy Wemys, Patrick Magee as Minister, Tony Beckley as Kenny Wemys and Percy Herbert as Commissionaire Jim Hudson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Fiend has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fiend page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fiend tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fiend (1972)?
- In US, The Fiend is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fiend worth watching?
- The Fiend holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fiend?
- The Fiend stars Ann Todd, Patrick Magee, Tony Beckley, Percy Herbert and Suzanna Leigh.
- When was The Fiend released?
- The Fiend was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.