Movie

The Screaming Woman

★ 6.8(19)19721h 14m

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Good to know

Director: Jack Smight
Release date: 1972-01-29
Runtime: 1h 14m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Television

The Screaming Woman — trailer

About The Screaming Woman

The Screaming Woman is a 1972 movie in the Drama, Horror and Thriller genres, directed by Jack Smight, starring Olivia de Havilland, Ed Nelson and Laraine Stephens. It has a runtime of 1 hour 14 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Screaming Woman in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A wealthy former mental patient goes home to her estate to rest and recuperate. While walking the grounds one day she hears the screams of a woman coming from underneath the ground. Her family, however, refuses to believe her story, and sees the incident as an opportunity to prove the woman's mind has snapped so they can take control of her money.

Cast

Olivia de Havilland

Laura Wynant

Ed Nelson

Carl Nesbitt

Laraine Stephens

Caroline Wynant

Joseph Cotten

George Tresvant

Walter Pidgeon

Dr. Amos Larkin

Charles Robinson

Howard Wynant

Alexandra Hay

Evie Carson

Lonny Chapman

Police Sergeant

Charles Drake

Ken Bronson

Russell Wiggins

Harry Sands

Gene Andrusco

David

Russell Thorson

Man

Themes & keywords

buried aliveinheritancenervous breakdownmental illnessmadnesshagsploitation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Screaming Woman in Canada?+

The Screaming Woman is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Screaming Woman on Netflix?+

The Screaming Woman is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Screaming Woman?+

The Screaming Woman has a runtime of 1 hour 14 minutes (74 minutes).

Who stars in The Screaming Woman?+

The Screaming Woman stars Olivia de Havilland, Ed Nelson, Laraine Stephens, Joseph Cotten and Walter Pidgeon.

When did The Screaming Woman come out?+

The Screaming Woman is a 1972 movie directed by Jack Smight.

What genre is The Screaming Woman?+

The Screaming Woman is Drama, Horror, Thriller and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Screaming Woman?+

The Screaming Woman was directed by Jack Smight.