Peeping Tom(1960)
“What made this the most diabolical murder weapon ever used?”
Overview
Loner Mark Lewis works at a film studio during the day and, at night, takes racy photographs of women. Also he's making a documentary on fear, which involves recording the reactions of victims as he murders them. He befriends Helen, the daughter of the family living in the apartment below his, and he tells her vaguely about the movie he is making.
Director
Michael Powell
Studio
Michael Powell (Theatre)
Budget
$150K
Revenue
$84K
Cast
Karlheinz Böhm
as Mark Lewis
Moira Shearer
as Vivian
Anna Massey
as Helen Stephens
Maxine Audley
as Mrs. Stephens
Brenda Bruce
as Dora
Miles Malleson
as Elderly Gentleman Customer
Esmond Knight
as Arthur Baden
Martin Miller
as Dr. Rosen
Michael Goodliffe
as Don Jarvis
Jack Watson
as Chief Insp. Gregg
Shirley Anne Field
as Pauline Shields
Pamela Green
as Milly
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1960
Runtime
1h 41m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$150K
Box Office
$84K
Production Companies
Michael Powell (Theatre)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Peeping Tom?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Peeping Tom (1960).
What is Peeping Tom about?▼
Loner Mark Lewis works at a film studio during the day and, at night, takes racy photographs of women. Also he's making a documentary on fear, which involves recording the reactions of victims as he murders them. He befriends Helen, the daughter of the family living in the apartment below his, and he tells her vaguely about the movie he is making.
Who directed Peeping Tom?▼
Peeping Tom was directed by Michael Powell and released in 1960. It is a horror, thriller, crime film.
How long is Peeping Tom?▼
Peeping Tom has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
Who stars in Peeping Tom?▼
The cast of Peeping Tom includes Karlheinz Böhm as Mark Lewis, Moira Shearer as Vivian, Anna Massey as Helen Stephens, Maxine Audley as Mrs. Stephens, Brenda Bruce as Dora and more.
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