Among the Living (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1941, Among the Living is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Stuart Heisler, running about 69 minutes. “What horrible fascination did this monster have for women?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A mentally unstable man, who has been kept in isolation for years, escapes and causes trouble for his identical twin brother.
Who’s in it. Among the Living stars Albert Dekker as John Raden / Paul Raden, Susan Hayward as Millie Pickens, Harry Carey as Dr. Ben Saunders and Frances Farmer as Elaine Raden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Among the Living 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 Among the Living page.
If you liked it. Fans of Among the Living tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Among the Living (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Among the Living change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Among the Living worth watching?
- Among the Living holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Among the Living?
- Among the Living stars Albert Dekker, Susan Hayward, Harry Carey, Frances Farmer and Gordon Jones.
- When was Among the Living released?
- Among the Living was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.