Death Mask (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1984, Death Mask is a drama, horror and mystery film directed by Richard Friedman, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. Haunted by the drowning death of his own daughter, a police investigator embarks on an obsessive 10-year hunt for the identity of a dead boy, to the detriment of his family life.

Who’s in it. Death Mask stars Farley Granger as Douglas Andrews, Lee Bryant as Jane Andrews, John McCurry as Jim O'Brien and Arch Johnson as Dr. Robert Riordan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Death Mask has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Death Mask page.

If you liked it. Fans of Death Mask tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Death Mask (1984)?
In US, Death Mask is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Death Mask worth watching?
Death Mask holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Death Mask?
Death Mask stars Farley Granger, Lee Bryant, John McCurry, Arch Johnson and Barbara Bingham.
When was Death Mask released?
Death Mask was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.