
Hitchcock(2012)
“Behind every Psycho is a great woman.”
Overview
Following his great success with "North by Northwest," director Alfred Hitchcock makes a daring choice for his next project: an adaptation of Robert Bloch's novel "Psycho." When the studio refuses to back the picture, Hitchcock decides to pay for it himself in exchange for a percentage of the profits. His wife, Alma Reville, has serious reservations about the film but supports him nonetheless. Still, the production strains the couple's marriage.
Director
Sacha Gervasi
Studio
Cold Spring Pictures
Budget
$16M
Revenue
$27M
Cast

Anthony Hopkins
as Alfred Hitchcock

Helen Mirren
as Alma Reville

Scarlett Johansson
as Janet Leigh

Danny Huston
as Whitfield Cook

Toni Collette
as Peggy Robertson

Michael Stuhlbarg
as Lew Wasserman

Michael Wincott
as Ed Gein

Jessica Biel
as Vera Miles

James D'Arcy
as Anthony Perkins

Richard Portnow
as Barney Balaban

Kurtwood Smith
as Geoffrey Shurlock

Ralph Macchio
as Joseph Stefano
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2012
Runtime
1h 38m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$16M
Box Office
$27M
Production Companies
Cold Spring Pictures • The Montecito Picture Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hitchcock?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Hitchcock (2012).
What is Hitchcock about?▼
Following his great success with "North by Northwest," director Alfred Hitchcock makes a daring choice for his next project: an adaptation of Robert Bloch's novel "Psycho." When the studio refuses to back the picture, Hitchcock decides to pay for it himself in exchange for a percentage of the profits. His wife, Alma Reville, has serious reservations about the film but supports him nonetheless. Still, the production strains the couple's marriage.
Who directed Hitchcock?▼
Hitchcock was directed by Sacha Gervasi and released in 2012. It is a drama film.
How long is Hitchcock?▼
Hitchcock has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
Who stars in Hitchcock?▼
The cast of Hitchcock includes Anthony Hopkins as Alfred Hitchcock, Helen Mirren as Alma Reville, Scarlett Johansson as Janet Leigh, Danny Huston as Whitfield Cook, Toni Collette as Peggy Robertson and more.
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