Frenzy(1972)
“Just an ordinary necktie used with a deadly new twist.”
Overview
London is terrorized by a vicious sex killer known as The Necktie Murderer. Following the brutal slaying of his ex-wife, down-on-his-luck Richard Blaney is suspected by the police of being the killer. He goes on the run, determined to prove his innocence.
Director
Alfred Hitchcock
Studio
Universal Pictures UK
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$13M
Cast
Jon Finch
as Richard Ian "Dick" Blaney
Barry Foster
as Robert "Bob" Rusk
Barbara Leigh-Hunt
as Brenda Margaret Blaney
Anna Massey
as Barbara Jane "Babs" Milligan
Alec McCowen
as DCI Tim Oxford
Vivien Merchant
as Mrs Oxford
Billie Whitelaw
as Hetty Porter
Clive Swift
as Johnny Porter
Bernard Cribbins
as Felix Forsythe
Michael Bates
as DS Spearman
Jean Marsh
as Monica Barling
John Boxer
as Sir George
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1972
Runtime
1h 56m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$13M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures UK
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Frenzy?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Frenzy (1972).
What is Frenzy about?▼
London is terrorized by a vicious sex killer known as The Necktie Murderer. Following the brutal slaying of his ex-wife, down-on-his-luck Richard Blaney is suspected by the police of being the killer. He goes on the run, determined to prove his innocence.
Who directed Frenzy?▼
Frenzy was directed by Alfred Hitchcock and released in 1972. It is a crime, thriller, horror film.
How long is Frenzy?▼
Frenzy has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
Who stars in Frenzy?▼
The cast of Frenzy includes Jon Finch as Richard Ian "Dick" Blaney, Barry Foster as Robert "Bob" Rusk, Barbara Leigh-Hunt as Brenda Margaret Blaney, Anna Massey as Barbara Jane "Babs" Milligan, Alec McCowen as DCI Tim Oxford and more.
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