A Warning to the Curious
1972, English. Directed by Lawrence Gordon Clark.
Paxton, an amateur archeologist, travels to the town of Seaburgh and inadvertently stumbles across one of the lost crowns of Anglia, which, according to legend, protect the county from invasion. On digging the crown up, Paxton is stalked by its supernatural guardian.
- Runtime
- 0h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 24 December 1972
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Lawrence Gordon Clark
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What A Warning to the Curious is based on
A Warning to the Curious is based on A Warning to the Curious (1925) by M. R. James.
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A Warning to the Curious
By M. R. James
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A Warning to the Curious: quick answers
Is A Warning to the Curious worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Warning to the Curious?
A Warning to the Curious runs 50 minutes (0h 50m).
Does A Warning to the Curious have a post-credits scene?
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A Warning to the Curious parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for A Warning to the Curious yet.
Which OTT platform is A Warning to the Curious on?
A Warning to the Curious isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Warning to the Curious?
If you liked A Warning to the Curious, try Seeds of Yesterday, Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Haunted By Murder, Locke & Key.
Who directed A Warning to the Curious?
A Warning to the Curious (1972) was directed by Lawrence Gordon Clark and stars Peter Vaughan, Clive Swift, Julian Herrington.
What is A Warning to the Curious based on?
A Warning to the Curious is based on A Warning to the Curious (1925) by M. R. James.