Blood Relatives (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1978, Blood Relatives is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Claude Chabrol, running about 100 minutes. “The Most Intimate Act Of All Is... ...Murder!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A Montreal police inspector cracks a murder case with clues from the victim's diary.

Who’s in it. Blood Relatives stars Donald Sutherland as Carella, Aude Landry as Patricia, Lisa Langlois as Muriel and Laurent Malet as Andrew, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Blood Relatives 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 Blood Relatives page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blood Relatives tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blood Relatives (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blood Relatives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blood Relatives worth watching?
Blood Relatives holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Blood Relatives?
Blood Relatives stars Donald Sutherland, Aude Landry, Lisa Langlois, Laurent Malet and Walter Massey.
When was Blood Relatives released?
Blood Relatives was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.