The Animal (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1968, The Animal is a thriller film directed by Lee Frost, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A voyeuristic, psychotic obscene telephone caller becomes obsessed with an attractive single mother.
Who’s in it. The Animal stars John Alderman as Ted Andrews, Virginia Gordon as Joan Clark, Sharon Wells as Blonde Lesbian and Linda Stiles as Brunette on Phone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Animal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cultpix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Animal page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Animal tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Animal (1968)?
- In US, The Animal is available to stream on Cultpix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Animal worth watching?
- The Animal holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Animal?
- The Animal stars John Alderman, Virginia Gordon, Sharon Wells, Linda Stiles and Capri.
- When was The Animal released?
- The Animal was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.