Movie

A Name for Evil

“The dream house that becomes a nightmare.”

★ 4.1(9)19731h 14m

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Good to know

Director: Bernard Girard
Release date: 1973-08-03
Runtime: 1h 14m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cinerama Releasing Corporation

A Name for Evil — trailer

About A Name for Evil

A Name for Evil is a 1973 movie in the Drama, Horror and Thriller genres, directed by Bernard Girard, starring Robert Culp, Samantha Eggar and Sheila Sullivan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 14 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.1/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Name for Evil in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Dissatisfied with the family architectural business, a man and his wife pack up and move out to his great-grandfather's old house in the country. While trying to patch it up, the house starts to make it clear to him that it doesn't want him there, but the local church (with some off-kilter practices of their own) seems to take a shine to him.

Cast

Robert Culp

John Blake

Samantha Eggar

Joanna Blake

Sheila Sullivan

Luanna Baxter

Mike Lane

Fats

Sue Hathaway

Mary

Edward Greenhalgh

Hugh

Clarence 'Big' Miller

Jimmy

Barbara Tremain

Mrs. Olson

Reg McReynolds

Mr. Olson

Walter Marsh

Minister

D. Goldrick

Secretary

Rene Bond

Orgy Girl (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

funeralnudism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Name for Evil in Canada?+

A Name for Evil is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Name for Evil on Netflix?+

A Name for Evil is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is A Name for Evil?+

A Name for Evil has a runtime of 1 hour 14 minutes (74 minutes).

Who stars in A Name for Evil?+

A Name for Evil stars Robert Culp, Samantha Eggar, Sheila Sullivan, Mike Lane and Sue Hathaway.

When did A Name for Evil come out?+

A Name for Evil is a 1973 movie directed by Bernard Girard.

What genre is A Name for Evil?+

A Name for Evil is Drama, Horror and Thriller film.

Who directed A Name for Evil?+

A Name for Evil was directed by Bernard Girard.